Maintenance Engineer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Equipment Maintenance & Operations:

• Oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of production and laboratory equipment

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime

• Conduct regular equipment inspections and identify potential issues before failures occur

• Maintain detailed equipment records, maintenance logs, and service history

• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components

Team Management:

• Supervise and mentor maintenance technicians and support staff

• Assign maintenance tasks and monitor progress and quality of work

• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to maintenance staff

• Conduct performance evaluations and coordinate professional development

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, ISO standards, and company policies

• Implement and monitor health and safety protocols for maintenance operations

• Conduct safety audits and investigations for maintenance-related incidents

• Maintain OSHA compliance and coordinate safety training programs

Planning & Documentation:

• Prepare maintenance budgets and monitor expenditures

• Track maintenance KPIs and provide performance reports to Manager

• Identify and recommend equipment upgrades or replacements

• Document maintenance procedures and update maintenance manuals

Facility Management:

• Oversee maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems

• Ensure facility cleanliness and proper functioning of all building systems

• Coordinate with vendors and external service providers for specialized maintenance

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of equipment, machinery, and maintenance procedures

• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to supervise, motivate, and develop team members

• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Creative approach to troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues

• Safety Consciousness: Strong commitment to safety practices and regulatory compliance

• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with team members and management

• Time Management & Organization: Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage schedules

• Computer Proficiency: Proficiency Excel and MS Office

• Preventive Maintenance Planning: Ability to develop and execute effective preventive maintenance strategies

• Cost Management: Ability to manage budgets and minimize maintenance costs

• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to identifying and implementing process improvements

• Maintain availability of the equipment according to the KPIs defined and if necessary, propose equipment improvement or new equipment

• Manage the spares stocks

   

Education:

• Relevant bachelor's degree
   

Experience:

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in maintenance management or operations

• Proven track record of managing maintenance teams and achieving KPIs

• Experience in optical/laboratory equipment maintenance is an advantage

• Experience with CMMS software and preventive maintenance planning

• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or other relevant quality and safety standards

• Optical qualifications and experience an advantage
• Digitally engaged
• Good knowledge of machine repairing and their equipment’s.

Essential Skills Required:

• In-depth knowledge of machinery, equipment, and maintenance best practices

• Advanced computer and MS Office skills

• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) - minimum mid-level

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and team management skills

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of maintenance operations

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills