Senior Manager - Maintenance & Projects - Central Africa

Location: Central Africa

Department: Operations

Sub Department: Maintenance & Projects

Job Description:

Reporting to the Head Of Operations/Business Head, responsible for the overall management of the maintenance functions of the plant. Key responsibilities include the management for maintenance systems, modification and improvement projects. Requirements include a strong background in maintenance methods, equipment reliability, plant processes, and equipment operation.

Responsibilities:

·        Manage the mechanical and project resources to provide the most efficient and cost effective operation.

·        Plan and achieve maintenance goals and objectives consistent with overall plant targets.

·        Establish and manage maintenance budget and cost control initiatives.

·        Review and evaluate maintenance programs, preventive/predictive maintenance, planning and scheduling, equipment reliability, supplier performance, and project work.

·        Manage the month & annual plant turnaround and equipment shutdowns

·        Provide expertise in the troubleshooting and diagnosis of plant system problems to achieve minimal disruptions in operations.

·        Ensure compliance requirements are met through organizational and procedural measures including implementation of Group guidelines, completion of required training, and monitoring compliance

·        Proactively manage safety and health of employees to continuously improve the company’s safety and health performance

·        Continues direct communication with the client including regular project meetings, daily, weekly & monthly project reports, project briefing and reviews.

·        Ensure all projects are carried out to strict safety and environmental guidelines upholding the standard operating systems.

Skills & Qualification

·        Possess relevant qualifications in Project Management, engineering (B.Tech) and strong mech/maintenance background

·        Minimum of 12 years’ experience in mineral industrial environment.

·        Experience in milling (cap < 40 tph).

·        Demonstrated expertise in the areas of preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance programs, project management and the inspection, repair and installation of equipment.

·        Knowledge of safe work practices and safety regulations.

·        Proficient with MS Project, MS Office, CAD and ERP applications.

·        Financial management skills including budgeting, forecasting and cost management.

·        Demonstrated experience in leadership and project management, problem solving, strategic thinking and decision making.

Interested candidate send your updated resume dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com