Function Leader - Plant Maintenance

Function Leader - Maintenance

About the Role:

What youll deliver:

• Develop and execute maintenance plans to ensure high equipment reliability and uptime.
  
• Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities.
  
• Ensure smooth operation of CNC/VMC machines, utilities,Electrical systems,HVAC,compressors,Transformers,fire safety systems, solar panels, and related infrastructure.
  
• Monitor maintenance performance and take corrective actions when required.
  
• Plan maintenance activities with minimal impact on production.
  
• Manage maintenance teams across shifts and support operational requirements.
  
• Respond to equipment breakdowns promptly and ensure quick resolution.
  
• Ensure maintenance activities are effectively planned and executed to meet production, reliability, and cost targets.
  
• Maintain required inventory of spare parts, tools, consumables, and lubricants.
  
• Monitor and optimize energy consumption and utility usage.
  
• Maintain maintenance records, manuals, and technical documentation.
  
• Develop and implement maintenance SOPs, best practices, and process improvements.
  
• Conduct regular audits, track KPIs, and drive continuous improvement.
  
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
  
• Conduct fire safety drills, equipment inspections, and team training.
  
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to achieve operational objectives.
  
• Build, develop, and mentor maintenance teams through training and skill development programs.
  

What Youll Need

• Passion for manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement.
  
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
  
• Strong expertise in industrial maintenance and asset management, including CNC/VMC machines, HVAC/VRV systems, pneumatic, electrical and utility infrastructure, Preventive maintenance (PPM), troubleshooting, Energy management, and Industry 4.0/IoT applications.
  
• Good understanding of Quality Management Systems and ISO 9001/AS9100 standards.
  
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
  
• Strong engineering fundamentals, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Flexibility to support business needs beyond standard working hours when required.
  

Must Have

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
  
• Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and adherence to company values.
  
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous learning and improvement.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
  
• Willingness to work across shifts and support global operations when required.
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Epicor, NetSuite, or similar business applications.
  
• Experience with Engineering/PDM systems such as SolidWorks PDM.
  
• Strong stakeholder management, people development, and team-building skills.
  

Ideal Industry Background:

• Aerospace, UAV, Défense, Precision Engineering, CNC/VMC, Tooling & Fixtures, Automotive, & Advanced Manufacturing.