Our client is seeking a Maintenance Manager (Factory) to oversee maintenance operations in a manufacturing plant.
Reporting to the Head of Maintenance and Building Services, you will maintain the reliability and efficiency of production machinery, utilities, and plant infrastructure within a 24/7 manufacturing environment. You will guide factory technicians, coordinate external contractors, and provide hands-on troubleshooting when required.
The Main Responsibilities include:
- Lead, train, and supervise factory maintenance staff and technicians.
- Plan and execute preventive maintenance schedules for high-volume machinery and utilities to minimize production downtime.
- Direct technicians on complex issues, decide when to involve 3rd-party specialists, and assist directly hands-on when needed.
- Ensure maintenance cover for a round-the-clock facility; act as 2nd-tier on-call escalation after hours (technicians are 1st contact).
- Enforce OHSA regulations, environmental safety, and strict food manufacturing hygiene standards.
- Maintain factory structures, utilities, and plant infrastructure.
- Support the Head of Maintenance on machinery performance, upgrades, and efficiency goals
Working Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM
Requirements
- Strong expertise in industrial machinery, mechanical, electrical, and facility utility systems.
- Proficient in MS Office applications.
- High accountability, proactive mindset, and ability to operate in a continuous 24/7 environment.
Education and experience
- Minimum of 3 years in a maintenance role
- Background in manufacturing, industrial plant, or food production environments is a plus.
- Minimum of 2 years in a managerial or supervisory position
Kindly note that some vacancies are only considering Maltese or EU nationals in line with Jobsplus requirements. More information can be found here.
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