Senior Maintenance Engineer

Position Overview:This is a critical role developing maintenance excellence, ensuring production equipment reliability, and providing day-to-day technical support for production equipment.Job Description:Provide technical expertise to maintain and improve equipment uptime and reliability.Develop strategic maintenance plans and lead initiatives to achieve factory equipment reliability targets.Ensure maintenance systems and standard operating procedures are consistently followed by all team members.Apply TPM tools and methodologies to drive progress through the Planned Maintenance Pillar.Oversee the timely and cost-effective execution of major capital investment projects in line with the annual operating plan (AOP) and capital expenditure budget.Own and manage maintenance KPIs, including equipment availability, reliability, and downtime performance.Develop and enhance the technical competencies of the maintenance team through training and coaching.Maintain an organized inventory of critical spare parts, tools, and consumables to support uninterrupted maintenance operations.Monitor and control repair and maintenance costs to ensure alignment with budgetary objectives.Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and industry best practices to maintain a safe and sustainable work environment.Identify and drive improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, cost control, and maintenance best practices (e.g., Lean, TPM, RCA).Conduct training for maintenance personnel on new equipment, safety procedures, and best practices.Job Requirements:Diploma or Degree in Engineering or a related field.Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in equipment and maintenance engineering, preferably in an automated manufacturing environment.Strong background in equipment and maintenance engineering, with solid knowledge of automation systems.Hands-on experience in implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies is an added advantage.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a data-driven mindset.Proven leadership and coaching abilities to guide, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and technicians.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly across all levels of the organization.Ability to work effectively under pressure and deliver results in time-sensitive situations.