Mechanical Maintenance Manager

Job Purpose

To manage and ensure effective mechanical maintenance, machine erection & commissioning, plant utilities, energy conservation and maintenance projects, ensuring high equipment availability, minimum downtime and uninterrupted production.

Key Responsibilities

1. Machine Erection & Commissioning

• Plan and supervise erection, installation and commissioning of new machines and equipment.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors and contractors for timely project execution.
• Ensure machines are commissioned safely and as per required specifications.

2. Mechanical Maintenance & Plant Utilities

• Manage preventive, predictive and breakdown maintenance of plant machinery.
• Ensure smooth functioning of HVAC, plumbing, fire-fighting systems, compressors, chillers, cooling towers and other utilities.
• Minimize machine downtime and ensure maximum equipment availability.

3. Projects & Energy Conservation

• Identify and implement energy-saving and cost-reduction projects.
• Analyze energy consumption and quantify potential savings.
• Manage maintenance and engineering projects from planning through execution and commissioning.

4. Project Cost Estimation & Accounting

• Prepare project cost estimates, budgets and material requirements.
• Monitor project expenditure and ensure effective cost control.
• Apply Life Cycle Costing (LCC) principles for project evaluation.

5. Inventory Management

• Ensure availability of critical mechanical spares and maintenance materials.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize spare-parts consumption.
• Coordinate with Purchase and Stores for timely procurement.

6. Team & Project Management

• Define responsibilities and ownership for project activities.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, quality and productivity.
• Conduct regular project/status review meetings with stakeholders.
• Identify project risks/issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and safety standards.

Technical Exposure Required

The candidate should have practical exposure to:

• AC Motors & Drives
• DC Motors & Drives Digital & Analog
• PLC-controlled machines
• HT & LT Electrical Power Systems
• Instrumentation
• DCS & SCADA
• Thermopack
• Coal Crusher
• Continuous Process Machines
• Screw Compressors
• Chillers
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE)
• Cooling Towers
• HVAC & Utility Systems