Maintenance Officer at DSL Pharma

Job Summary

• The Maintenance Officer will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of all production and facility equipment.
• The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to minimise downtime and enhance operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Repairs:

• Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of production machinery and equipment
• Diagnose faults and carry out corrective actions promptly
• Ensure minimal downtime through efficient troubleshooting.

Preventive Maintenance:

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules
• Ensure all equipment is serviced in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
• Maintain maintenance logs and service records.

Facility Maintenance:

• Maintain factory utilities such as electrical systems, water systems, HVAC, and other infrastructure
• Ensure all facilities are functioning effectively to support production operations.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and company policies
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) where applicable
• Conduct routine safety checks and report hazards.

Equipment Installation & Upgrades:

• Assist in the installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment
• Support equipment upgrades and modifications.

Collaboration & Support:

• Work closely with the production team to resolve equipment-related issues
• Liaise with external contractors and vendors when required
• Provide technical support during production processes.

Inventory & Spare Parts Management:

• Monitor and manage inventory of spare parts and maintenance tools
• Ensure availability of critical spares to avoid disruptions.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities
• Prepare maintenance reports and escalate recurring issues
• Document breakdowns and corrective actions.

Experience & Qualifications

• HND / B.Sc Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
• Relevant technical certifications are an added advantage
• 3–7 years’ experience in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment
• Experience working with production machinery and industrial equipment
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance systems.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong technical and troubleshooting skills
• Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Understanding of GMP and safety standards
• Good problem-solving ability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, maintenance systems).

Behavioral Competencies:

• Dependability and accountability
• Proactiveness and initiative
• Strong work ethic
• Attention to safety and detail
• Team-oriented mindset
• Integrity and professionalism.