About this role
# Designation
Deputy Manager - Maintenance
Function
Product Supply Organization
Location
Munnar - ITD
Reporting To
Senior Manager - Maintenance
Job Description
What are the Key Responsibilities & Focus Areas
- Maintenance Planning and Execution
Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities to ensure Plant equipment reliability and smooth plant operations.
- Cost Optimization
Implement strategies to reduce maintenance & Utility Operation costs, manage vendor contracts, and control spare parts inventory efficiently.
- Production Support
Ensure Process machinery and utilities are maintained to meet production schedules and quality standards, minimizing downtime and disruptions .
- Compliance and Safety
Ensure adherence to safety protocols and statutory requirements and maintain readiness for all the time
- Team Collaboration
Work closely with production, quality, and EHS, HR teams to resolve plant equipment’s & Plant infra related issues and deliver high service levels.
- Performance Monitoring
Track key maintenance metrics such as Utility Availability, MTTR, MTBF, and equipment uptime to drive continuous improvement.
- Innovation and Capability Building
Promote new technologies and process improvements, while mentoring technicians and staying updated with industry trends.
What are the Key Deliverables in this role?
- Financial Outcomes
- Optimize maintenance costs by implementing predictive and preventive maintenance strategies that enhance equipment reliability and reduce unplanned interventions.
- Minimize downtime and breakdown-related losses through timely and efficient maintenance actions that ensure continuous production flow.
- Manage vendor contracts and spare parts inventory effectively to achieve cost-efficient procurement while maintaining readiness for maintenance needs.
- Support energy efficiency initiatives by identifying opportunities to reduce utility consumption and implementing measures that contribute to overall cost savings.
2. Customer Service
- Ensure machinery and utilities are consistently maintained to support uninterrupted production schedules and uphold product quality standards.
- Collaborate proactively with production and quality teams to resolve equipment-related issues quickly and effectively, minimizing impact on operations.
- Maintain high responsiveness to internal customer requirements across production, QA, and EHS functions, ensuring dependable service delivery.
- Ensure full compliance with customer audits and regulatory inspections by maintaining equipment and utilities in accordance with prescribed standards and documentation.
3. Internal Processes
- Lead the execution of preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and operational continuity.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for equipment history, maintenance schedules, and statutory compliance to support audits and internal reviews.
- Implement and monitor key performance indicators such as MTTR (Mean Time to Repair), MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), and overall equipment uptime to drive performance improvements.
- Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and statutory requirements related to boilers, ETP systems, and electrical installations.
- Coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions that prevent recurrence of equipment failures.
4. Innovation and Learning
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance practices and equipment reliability by fostering a culture of innovation and operational excellence.
- Evaluate and implement new technologies that enhance automation, energy efficiency, and process optimization to improve plant performance.
- Train and mentor maintenance technicians and junior engineers build technical capabilities and ensure knowledge transfer across the team.
- Stay up-to-updated with industry trends, regulatory changes, and equipment innovations to proactively adapt maintenance strategies and ensure compliance.
What are the Critical success factors for the Role?
- Technical Expertise
Demonstrates strong knowledge of Mechanical & electrical systems and industrial machinery, enabling effective maintenance planning and troubleshooting.
- Utility Management Experience
Possesses hands-on experience with essential plant utilities such as boilers, chillers, ETP systems, air compressors, and cooling systems, ensuring smooth and safe operations.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
Applies logical thinking and root cause analysis to resolve equipment issues efficiently and prevent recurrence.
- Leadership and Team Development
Leads maintenance teams with clarity and purpose, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous skill development.
- Regulatory and Safety Compliance
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of safety, statutory, and environmental regulations, ensuring all maintenance activities meet legal and operational standards.
What are the Desirable success factors for the Role?
- Minimum 6+ years of experience in Electrical, Utility & Maintenance role in Manufacturing industry.
- Experience in Food & Beverages - Extraction process would be an added advantage.
- BE/BTech in Electrical / Mechanical / Instrumentation engineering.