Maintenance Head

Job Title: Head of Maintenance / Maintenance Manager / Plant Maintenance Head / Senior Manager - Maintenance

Department: Maintenance / Operations / Engineering

Reports To: Plant Head / Factory Manager / Vice President - Operations

Location: Ichalkaranji, Maharashtra, India (This is a senior plant-based role requiring significant on-site presence and strategic oversight).

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-oriented Head of Maintenance to lead our maintenance department in Ichalkaranji. The Maintenance Head will be responsible for developing and implementing a robust maintenance strategy to ensure the continuous, reliable, and safe operation of all plant machinery, equipment, and facilities. This includes optimizing maintenance processes, driving efficiency, managing budgets, leading a team of maintenance professionals, and fostering a culture of proactive maintenance and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Leadership:

Develop and implement the overall maintenance strategy and long-term plans aligned with the company's operational goals and production targets [, ].

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of maintenance engineers, supervisors, technicians, and fitters, fostering a high-performance, safety-conscious, and continuous learning environment [, , ].

Define departmental goals, objectives, and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and regularly monitor performance to ensure targets are met [].

Drive the shift from reactive to proactive (preventive and predictive) maintenance practices to maximize asset uptime and reduce costs [, ].

Operational Excellence & Process Optimization:

Oversee all aspects of maintenance operations, including preventive maintenance (PM), predictive maintenance (PdM), breakdown maintenance (BDM), and corrective maintenance [].

Implement and optimize maintenance procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all critical equipment [, , ].

Utilize and maximize the functionality of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or ERP modules (., SAP PM) for work order management, asset tracking, scheduling, and reporting [, , ].

Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring failures and implement effective long-term solutions [, ].

Lead continuous improvement initiatives (., Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Six Sigma) within the maintenance function to enhance efficiency and quality [, , ].

Budget & Resource Management:

Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget, controlling expenses related to labor, spare parts, consumables, and external services [, , ].

Oversee spare parts inventory management, optimizing stock levels to ensure availability of critical components while minimizing carrying costs [, , ].

Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality of service [, ].

Technical Expertise & Project Management:

Provide expert technical guidance and support for complex troubleshooting and repair activities, particularly for textile machinery (., looms, spinning, processing) or other manufacturing equipment relevant to the plant [, ].

Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of new machinery and equipment.

Manage maintenance-related projects, including upgrades, overhauls, and CAPEX initiatives, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence [, ].

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Compliance:

Ensure strict compliance with all local and national health, safety, and environmental regulations (., Factory Act, EHS norms) and company policies [, , ].

Implement robust safety protocols (., LOTO procedures, confined space entry, hot work permits) and conduct regular safety audits.

Promote a strong safety culture among all maintenance personnel.

Reporting & Communication:

Prepare and present comprehensive maintenance reports to senior management, including key performance indicators (KPIs), budget utilization, downtime analysis, and improvement initiatives [, ].

Collaborate effectively with other departments such as Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless operations and alignment of goals [, ].

• Experience

  5 - 8 Years

• No. of Openings

  1

• Education

  Graduate (B.Tech/B.E)

• Role

  Maintenance Head

• Gender

  [ Male / Female ]

• Job Country

  India

• Type of Job

  Full Time

• Work Location Type

  Work from Office

• Face interview location

  Impact HR Services Ravi Chambers Basement, Below Laminate Gallery, Office No 8, Canada Corner