Maintenance Head

Job Title: Maintenance Head Suspension & Casting Plant

• Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies.
• Prepare and manage annual maintenance budgets, spares planning, and CAPEX requirements.
• Drive digitalization and Industry 4.0-based maintenance practices (like CMMS, IoT sensors, etc.).

2. Equipment & Asset Management

• Ensure availability and optimal performance of all equipment:

• Suspension Plant:

  Welding lines, Assembly lines, Press machines, Painting booths.

• Casting Plant:

  High-pressure die casting (HPDC) machines, Melting furnaces, Robots, Trimming presses, Cooling towers, etc.
• Oversee equipment installation, commissioning, and modification projects.

3. People Management

• Lead and manage a team of engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Define KPIs, conduct performance reviews, and ensure skill development.
• Promote a strong safety and maintenance culture.

4. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and statutory regulations.
• Implement LOTO, hazard analysis, and risk mitigation plans for maintenance activities.

5. Continuous Improvement & TPM

• Drive root cause analysis (RCA), FMEA, and Kaizens to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Implement TPM pillars (especially Autonomous and Planned Maintenance).
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives like OEE improvement and cost reduction.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in suspension and casting equipment.
• Experience in managing high-pressure die casting machines, furnaces, and welding automation.
• Proficient in using SAP (PM Module preferred).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 standards.

Preferred Certifications:

• TPM, Lean Six Sigma, or Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) certifications.
• Training in root cause analysis techniques (like 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, etc.).