Head, Maintenance and Engineering at Electronic PayPlus Limited

Job Overview:

As the Head Engineering and Maintenance, you will be responsible for overseeing all maintenance and engineering activities within the organization. A strong technical background, excellent leadership skills, and a focus on operational efficiency and safety are also required.

Additionally, you will collaborate with senior management and other stakeholders to drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement long-term maintenance and engineering strategies aligned with the organization\'s overall goals.
• Identify and prioritize capital improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Forecast budget requirements for maintenance, repairs, and capital projects.

Operational Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the maintenance and engineering teams, ensuring efficient and effective execution of tasks.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the performance of the department and identify areas for improvement.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment failures and downtime.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergencies in a timely and effective manner.

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing team of maintenance and engineering professionals.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to team members to foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Establish clear expectations and performance standards for the team.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, industry standards, and environmental guidelines.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans.

Vendor Management:

• Manage relationships with external contractors and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of services.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor vendor performance.
• Liaise with external service supports on all issues on the machines and ensure that they carry out their duties as stipulated in the Service Level Agreement (SLA)

Financial Management:

• Manage the department\'s budget and control costs.
• Monitor and analyse maintenance and repair expenses to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proven Track record of achieving sales target and driving revenue growth.
• Highly energetic with high level of enthusiasm to drive the Maintenance and Engineering team and achieve results.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience leading and motivating sales teams.
• Demonstrate high intelligence, strong analytical and problem-solving skills to overcome challenges and make informed decisions.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Proficiency in machine management.
• Possess high integrity, ethical standards and act with honesty and transparency in all dealings.
• Deep understanding of the bank card manufacturing industry.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a similar leadership role.
• B.SC - Electrical/ Mechanical (in schematic and circuit diagram).
• MSC in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering is added advantage.
• Membership in Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria and other Nigerian Society of Engineer and any other professional bodies will be an added advantage.
• Excellent technical and mechanical knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a proactive and results-oriented approach to problem-solving.

Candidates should reside around Ajah - Ibeju Lekki Axis.

Only candidates who meets the requested requirements will be contacted.