Maintenance Manager Job Description Template
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all company equipment and machinery is properly maintained and repaired. They oversee a team of maintenance workers and schedule repairs as needed. The Maintenance Manager also develops policies and procedures related to equipment maintenance and safety.
Maintenance Manager Job Responsibilities
- Overseeing the maintenance and repair of all company equipment, machinery, and buildings
- Scheduling and coordinating the work of maintenance staff
- Ensuring that all safety procedures are followed
- Maintaining records of maintenance activities
- ordering parts and supplies as needed
- Troubleshooting problems with equipment
- Assist in training new employees in proper maintenance techniques
Objectives
- To ensure that all maintenance activities are carried out in a safe, efficient and effective manner
- To develop and implement systems and procedures for the effective management of maintenance operations
- To liaise with other departments to ensure that maintenance requirements are fully integrated into overall production plans
- To manage the procurement of materials, plant and equipment required for the maintenance function
- To oversee the installation, commissioning and testing of new plant and equipment
- To monitor the performance of plant and equipment against agreed standards and take corrective action where necessary
- To develop preventive maintenance programmes aimed at reducing downtime and improving efficiency
- To investigate incidents/accidents involving plant or equipment under his/her control and take appropriate action to prevent recurrence
Maintenance Manager Job Skills & Qualifications Needed
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
- Certification in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or other building trade preferred.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in building maintenance or related field.