Maintenance Manager

Job Title: Manager - Maintenance

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Role Summary

The Manager - Maintenance will lead the maintenance function for the elevator and escalator assembly plant, ensuring optimal equipment performance, safety compliance, and minimal downtime. This role demands strong leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintenance Strategy & Execution

• Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for all plant machinery, tools, and assembly lines.
• Ensure availability and reliability of equipment including hoisting systems, conveyors, welding stations, hydraulic presses, and testing rigs.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce breakdowns and improve equipment uptime.

2. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with local, national, and international safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001).
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and implement corrective actions.
• Promote a safety-first culture across maintenance teams and ensure proper use of PPE and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain documentation for statutory inspections, certifications, and equipment safety standards.

3. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead a team of maintenance engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Define roles, set performance goals, and conduct regular reviews.
• Provide training and skill development programs focused on technical upgrades, safety, and compliance.

4. Budgeting & Resource Management

• Prepare and manage maintenance budgets, including spare parts inventory, vendor contracts, and capital expenditures.
• Optimize resource allocation and negotiate with suppliers for cost-effective procurement of tools and services.

5. Equipment Lifecycle & Asset Management

• Maintain asset registers and ensure lifecycle tracking of critical equipment.
• Plan for equipment upgrades, replacements, and technology integration to support production efficiency.

6. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, quality, EHS, and engineering teams to align maintenance activities with operational goals.
• Support new equipment installation, commissioning, and validation processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor s or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in elevator/escalator or heavy machinery manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Proven track record in managing safety compliance and audits.

Key Competencies

• Leadership & People Management
• Technical Problem Solving
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance
• Planning & Execution
• Communication & Stakeholder Management
• Continuous Improvement (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma preferred)

Preferred Certifications

• NEBOSH / IOSH / Safety Management Certification
• ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 familiarity
• CMMS or SAP PM module experience