Maintenance Head (Retired Defense Personnel)

Job Title: Maintenance Head

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly disciplined and technically proficient individual, preferably a retired Armed Forces Officer, to lead our Maintenance Department. The ideal candidate will bring military-grade precision, leadership, and systems thinking to oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance of plant machinery, utilities, buildings, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the maintenance department for plant equipment, utilities (HVAC, DG sets, compressors, etc.), and building infrastructure.
• Implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to ensure 100% uptime of critical systems.
• Create and maintain SOPs and maintenance schedules aligned with best industry practices and discipline.
• Drive safety, cleanliness, and compliance (fire safety, ISO, audits) across the plant and maintenance operations.
• Train and mentor junior technicians, engineers, and support staff in line with Armed Forces standards of discipline and accountability.
• Manage AMC contracts, inventory of spares, and coordination with OEMs and external service providers.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for recurring mechanical/electrical issues.
• Ensure adherence to energy efficiency, environmental compliance, and sustainable practices.
• Collaborate with production, admin, and safety teams for seamless operation and project planning.
• Maintain high levels of documentation, reporting, and audit readiness.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Retired Commissioned Officer (Major/Lt. Col./Colonel or equivalent ranks) or JCO with a strong technical background in Engineering Corps, EME, Navy Engineering, or equivalent arms.
• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering is preferred.
• Strong leadership, discipline, and problem-solving ability.
• Proven track record of managing teams, systems, and technical operations.
• Familiarity with industrial plant maintenance, utilities, and safety practices is desirable.

Key Attributes:

• Integrity, punctuality, and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and team management skills
• Calm under pressure with a proactive problem-solving approach
• High personal and professional discipline
• Capability to train and instill work culture among civilian maintenance staff

Mandatory Requirements:

• Must have own conveyance
• Must be residing or willing to shift to Greater Noida

Remuneration:

Attractive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.