Maintenance Manager at DAG Industries Nigeria Limited

Job Description

• A Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all production equipment, machinery, and facilities operate efficiently and safely to meet production targets.
• The responsibilities are tailored to the industry’s focus on continuous production, high-quality standards, and strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities
Here are the primary responsibilities for a Maintenance Manager in the automobile industry:

• Production Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance of all production machinery, robotic systems, and conveyor belts to ensure continuous operation. Conduct regular inspections to minimize breakdowns and downtime, which could disrupt production schedules.
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance: Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance schedules specific to automotive manufacturing equipment. Use data and predictive analytics to proactively address potential issues and prevent unscheduled downtime.
• Quality and Safety Standards Compliance: Ensure that maintenance practices comply with automotive industry standards, such as ISO/TS 16949 and IATF 16949, and with health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA). Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards and ensure a safe working environment.
• Team Supervision and Training: Manage and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, electricians, and engineers. Provide training on automotive-specific equipment, safety protocols, and maintenance best practices to ensure a skilled and knowledgeable team.
• Troubleshooting and Technical Support: Lead troubleshooting efforts on complex machinery and systems, such as CNC machines, hydraulic presses, and robotic arms. Provide technical support to quickly resolve production-critical issues and minimize disruption.
• Inventory and Parts Management: Maintain a well-stocked inventory of automotive-specific spare parts, tools, and materials. Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely supply of parts, balancing cost-effectiveness with availability to support continuous production.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Identify and implement improvement opportunities, such as lean maintenance strategies, that enhance the reliability and efficiency of the production process. Recommend new technologies, such as IoT and condition monitoring, to support predictive maintenance efforts.
• Collaboration with Production and Engineering Teams: Work closely with production, quality, and engineering departments to coordinate maintenance activities and meet production schedules. Provide insights into machine reliability and required modifications to support production goals.
• Emergency Maintenance and Crisis Management: Develop emergency response protocols for critical equipment failures. Ensure that the maintenance team is prepared to handle urgent repairs to minimize production downtime and potential safety risks.
• Environmental Compliance and Sustainability: Implement maintenance practices that support environmental compliance (e.g., waste reduction, energy conservation). Align maintenance activities with sustainability goals by reducing energy consumption and improving equipment efficiency.
• Forklift Machines: Perform routine maintenance checks and repairs on forklifts to ensure they are in good working condition. Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in forklifts.
• Replace or repair faulty components such as engines, transmissions, brakes, and steering systems.
• Conduct safety inspections and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial), Facilities Management, or a related technical field. In some cases, extensive experience can substitute for formal education.
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance or facilities management, ideally in the same industry (e.g., manufacturing, automotive, food processing).
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience within a maintenance team, demonstrating an ability to lead and coordinate a team of technicians and support staff.

Core Competencies:

• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
• Budgeting and cost control expertise.