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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Maintenance Engineer to lead and manage maintenance operations across our facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, preventive maintenance strategies, and team leadership. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our equipment and infrastructure.
As a Senior Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing maintenance procedures, managing a team of technicians, and coordinating with other departments to minimize downtime and optimize performance. You will also be expected to analyze equipment failures, recommend improvements, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
The successful candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and capable of making informed decisions under pressure. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as you will be mentoring junior staff and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key responsibilities include overseeing daily maintenance activities, managing budgets and resources, conducting root cause analysis, and ensuring that all maintenance work is documented and performed according to company standards. You will also play a key role in planning and executing capital improvement projects and supporting the implementation of new technologies.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the long-term success of our operations by maintaining high standards of equipment reliability and operational excellence. If you are a motivated and experienced maintenance professional looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Manage maintenance budgets and resources
- Coordinate with other departments to schedule maintenance activities
- Analyze equipment failures and recommend improvements
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
- Support capital improvement and infrastructure projects
- Train and mentor junior maintenance staff
- Evaluate and implement new maintenance technologies
- Ensure minimal downtime and optimal equipment performance
Requirements
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- Minimum of 7 years of maintenance engineering experience
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
- Proven leadership and team management skills
- Experience with CMMS and maintenance planning tools
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Ability to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies
- Professional certifications (e.g., CMRP) are a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How many years of maintenance engineering experience do you have?
- What types of equipment and systems have you worked with?
- Describe a time you led a successful maintenance project.
- How do you prioritize maintenance tasks and projects?
- What CMMS tools are you familiar with?
- How do you ensure compliance with safety regulations?
- Have you managed a maintenance team before?
- What strategies do you use for preventive maintenance?
- Describe a challenging equipment failure you resolved.
- Are you available to work flexible hours or on-call?
- Do you have any relevant certifications?
- What motivates you in a maintenance engineering role?
