- Develop preventive maintenance schedules for the plant, machinery, and equipment to ensure that these continue to operate at optimum levels.
- Monitor the performance of plant and equipment and revise maintenance schedules as necessary to ensure their continued effective performance.
- Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets to ensure that maintenance is carried out within agreed costs.
- Ensure that all documentation and procedures are provided by suppliers and contractors when receiving new plant and equipment.
- Determine the optimum level of spare parts to be held in stock to ensure that availability is maintained at minimum cost.
- Maintain comprehensive records of stocks and maintenance carried out.
- Maintain contact with other departments to ensure that any plant shutdown is carried out at minimum cost and inconvenience.
- Monitor the results of the planned maintenance program and introduce any required changes where effectiveness needs to be improved.
- Maintain knowledge of new developments in maintenance practices and procedures to ensure that there is continuous improvement in maintenance standards.
At least 5 years’ experience of mechanical maintenance;Knowledge of the industry (Edible Oil Refinery or Feed Production )Very good communication skills;Very good analytical and problem-solving skills;An ability to work as part of a teamKnowledge of modern maintenance techniques;IT literacy;Good interpersonal skills.