Area Maintenance Manager - Birmingham District

Job Purpose

The Area Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective maintenance of heavy equipment across multiple locations. This role involves overseeing maintenance operations, managing a team of technicians, and ensuring all equipment is in optimal working condition to support the company's operational goals

What you will do...

Leadership & Supervision:

• Lead and manage a team of maintenance technicians, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations.


• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure timely and efficient repairs and servicing of equipment.


• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the maintenance team.

Maintenance Operations:

• Oversee the inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, cranes, and other machinery.


• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented accurately and in a timely manner.


• Coordinate with the operations team to prioritize equipment repairs and minimize downtime.

Budget & Inventory Management:

• Manage the maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.


• Monitor and maintain inventory levels of spare parts and maintenance supplies.


• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers for parts and services as needed.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.


• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.


• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture within the maintenance team.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare and present regular reports on maintenance activities, equipment performance, and budget status.


• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and cost-saving opportunities.


• Implement corrective actions based on data analysis and feedback.
  
   

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred.


• 5 years of experience in maintenance management, preferably in the heavy equipment industry.
  
   

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills.


• Excellent knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance and repair practices.


• Proficient in maintenance management software and tools.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.


• Technical expertise in heavy equipment maintenance


• Budget and inventory management


• Safety and compliance knowledge


• Analytical and problem-solving skills


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills


• Proficiency in maintenance management software