Maintenance Manager

Role & responsibilities

1. Electrical Maintenance Planning & Execution:

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for all electrical systems, machinery, and equipment.
• Lead troubleshooting and repair of electrical breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime.
• Ensure proper functioning of PLCs, drives, motors, panels, control circuits, and instrumentation.

2. Power & Energy Management:

• Monitor and manage power distribution systems, transformers, HT/LT panels, DG sets, UPS systems, and other electrical infrastructure.
• Implement energy-saving initiatives to optimize electrical consumption and reduce energy costs.

3. Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all electrical safety standards and statutory requirements (e.g., IE Rules, Electricity Act).
• Conduct periodic electrical audits, thermography, and earth resistance testing.
• Implement lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and ensure safe working practices.

4. Team Management:

• Lead and supervise a team of electrical engineers, electricians, and technicians.
• Allocate daily tasks, monitor performance, and provide technical guidance.
• Train the team on best practices in electrical maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting.

5. Projects & Upgrades:

• Support installation, commissioning, and maintenance of new machinery and electrical panels.
• Evaluate and implement automation and control system upgrades (PLC, SCADA, instrumentation).
• Coordinate with vendors and OEMs for AMCs, service contracts, and major overhauls.

6. Spare Parts & Inventory:

• Maintain inventory of essential electrical spares and consumables to avoid breakdown delays.
• Identify reliable suppliers and ensure cost-effective procurement of quality parts.

7. Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain all statutory records like energy consumption reports, calibration records, test certificates, and compliance documents.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance reports and share with management.
• Ensure proper documentation of breakdown analysis and root cause corrective actions.

8. Coordination:

• Work closely with production, utility, and mechanical maintenance teams to ensure smooth plant operations.
• Coordinate with external agencies for annual inspections, licensing, and statutory clearances.