Maintenance Head

Job Purpose:

To lead the plant maintenance function, ensuring high equipment availability, effective resource management, adherence to safety standards, and cost-effective operations. This includes preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance, as well as the planning and execution of plant shutdowns.

Key Responsibilities:

Annual Shutdown Planning & Execution

- Plan and execute annual plant shutdowns with minimal impact on production.

- Ensure availability of spares, tools, and manpower well in advance.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

- Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to reduce breakdown hours.

- Drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability and performance.

Plant & Equipment Maintenance

- Oversee the maintenance of all plant machinery, instruments, and utility equipment.

- Ensure proper calibration, testing, and upkeep of instruments.

Materials Inspection & Spares Management

- Inspect and verify the quality and specifications of materials received in stores.

- Maintain optimum stock levels of critical spares and consumables.

Documentation & Records

- Maintain accurate equipment history cards and asset registers.

- Ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance.

Budgeting & Cost Control

- Prepare annual maintenance budgets and capital expenditure plans.

- Monitor and control maintenance costs within approved budgets.

Team Leadership

- Lead, train, and mentor a multidisciplinary team including engineers, technicians, fitters, and electricians.

- Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance, and foster a culture of safety and efficiency.

Shutdown Management

- Plan and control both short-term and long-term shutdown activities.

- Coordinate cross-functional teams and external contractors for timely completion.

Safety & Compliance

- Ensure implementation of fire safety systems and adherence to safety norms.

- Conduct safety audits and risk assessments in line with regulatory guidelines.

Vendor & Contractor Management

- Evaluate and select vendors/contractors for material supply and service jobs.

- Ensure technical compliance, quality assurance, and timely execution of work.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance

- Leadership and team management skills

- Budgeting and cost control expertise

- Proficient in CMMS and MS Office tools

- Knowledge of safety regulations and statutory compliance

- Vendor negotiation and contract management

Qualifications:

- M.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering

- Additional certifications in Maintenance Planning/TPM/Safety (preferred)