Maintenance Manager at Puratos

KEY ACCOUNTABLES

• Oversee the maintenance of plant, buildings, and services to minimise downtime and stay within budget. – Blending, Boiler, Ventilation, Dust extraction, Refrigeration, Watse management – Solid and Liquid, Facility electrical system, Pneumatics  
• Lead and develop a proactive maintenance schedule and ensure all service records are completed and up to date.
• Champion Health & Safety across the department, driving continuous improvement.
• Manage daily checks and maintenance of our equipment.
• Carry out electrical and mechanical repairs and ensure your team is equipped to diagnose and resolve faults effectively.
• Diagnose and resolve automation issues, this will require working knowledge of PLC’s , SCADA and HMI systems
• Respond swiftly to operational challenges and support your team in delivering solutions.
• Align the maintenance strategy with production, logistics, and safety requirements.
• Monitor and share KPIs to drive performance and improvements.
• Manage engineering budgets responsibly and collaborate with Finance and Operations teams.
• Lead the factory’s capital expenditure (Capex) programme, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

PROFILE

• Trade Qualification as an Artisan or Millwright with proven leadership in Engineering or Maintenance Management within food manufacturing
• A Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a proven track record of Food Industry Experience will be an advantage
• At least 7 years of experience in food manufacturing, including 3 years in a managerial role
• GCC Factories, would be advantageous
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Have strong proficiency in data processing tools like Syspro, Excel and SharePoint
• Be knowledgeable in preventive and predictive maintenance techniques, as well as autonomous maintenance principles
• Have a strong working knowledge of PLC systems
• Thrive under pressure