Maintenance Superintendent at WTS Energy

Job Description

Maintenance Superintendent/Engineer

We are seeking to recruit a Maintenance Superintendent with a minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing production plant. Previous experience in a vegetable oil extraction plant is an added advantage. The Ideal candidate should be familiar with maintenance methodology and working method, maintenance optimization and industry safety procedure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the maintenance plan, ensuring it aligns with production goals and industry best practices.
• Define and implement field maintenance operating procedures to ensure efficient and effective maintenance activities.
• Establish and enforce maintenance policies to promote equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Propose technical modifications to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Conduct failure and criticality analyses, providing recommendations to enhance production operations.
• Optimize the organizational structure of maintenance staff, including resource allocation and budget management.
• Coordinate and oversee maintenance activities across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
• Ensure the reliability and performance of all plant equipment and machinery through proactive maintenance measures.
• Coordinate scope of work and execution of modifications or improvements to enhance plant operations.
• Manage the maintenance budget and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Act as the authority overseeing all maintenance team activities, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (BSc) or equivalent, or Higher National Diploma (HND) with significant experience.
• Must have A minimum of 5 years continous experience in a similar function.
• Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation engineering.
• Proven experience in maintenance management, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Familiarity with maintenance software systems for scheduling and tracking maintenance activities.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of industry safety standards and regulations, with a commitment to promoting a safe working environment.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop practical solutions.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Professional certifications in maintenance management or engineering (e.g., CMRP, PMP) are a plus.