Engineering Maintenance Manager

Job description / Role

My client, a leading Dairy Manufacturer, located in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia is currently searching for an experience Engineering Maintenance Manager to join their established team. This is an opportunity to join a business experiencing considerable growth and is a market leader within the KSA Food and Beverage Industry.

Job Objective:

Responsible for General Maintenance of organization Facilities and Premises (Buildings, Utilities Equipment, Power, & Water Management).
Custodian and Responsible for annual budget preparation for General:
* To maintain and improve existing service levels.
* To reduce costs in line with organization targets.
* To develop a strong, sustainable maintenance programs.
* To lead the design and implementation teams for electromechanical projects
Advice and report to Management on key equipment / manpower utilization in order to maximize equipment output and efficiency.
To drive continuous improvement and cost reduction programs across the maintenance section.
Lead the maintenance departments in preventive maintenance, trouble shooting and break down recovery

Main Responsibilities:

Responsible for managing and developing the performance of the teams carrying out the maintenance of all relevant mechanical and electrical equipment, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, water treatment equipment in the Herd, Process Plant, Housing and Villa compound.
The management of various disciplines and the efficient use of skilled engineers and technicians, across the range of electrical (LV&HV), refrigeration, mechanical, fabrication and related trades in providing both planned and reactive maintenance support at all times.
Initiates, implements, and manages the herd maintenance program based on best practices in the industry, with an emphasis on planning/scheduling and preventive/predictive maintenance.
Conducts employee performance reviews based on job descriptions to determine competency, knowledge, and contribution of the maintenance technicians.
Establishes and maintains a computerized maintenance management system (ERP) for tracking work orders, spare parts, and maintenance history of plant equipment.
Ensures that maintenance technicians are adequately trained, equipped, and motivated so that the maintenance program can be accomplished in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner.
Communicates regularly with all maintenance supervisors, both individually and as a group, to ensure good two-way communication concerning maintenance issues.
Participate in objective setting, plan development and performance review of plant performance.

Requirements

Computer skills: Microsoft Office and CAD.
Equipment: Plant Machineries and Electrical equipment
Driving License: Essential
Minimum of 10 years relevant experience within the FMCG Industry
GCC experience
Degree qualified - Must be an Engineering degree.

This is an opportunity to join a market leading organisation so do not miss this chance. Apply today!

About the Company

Why Focus International?

Firstly, we know our market and we deliver. Based in the UAE & The United Kingdom we have a track record of developing long term relationships with candidates & clients over the last 10 years who see the benefit of strategic Talent Management, from Graduates to Main Board appointments.

Our main areas of expertise lie within the following:

Functions:
Production & Engineering Food Technology Sales & Marketing Product Development Supply Chain & Logistics Human Resources
Finance
Purchasing

Channels: Manufacturing Retail Foodservice Distribution Ingredients Packaging
Hospitality
Equipment & Services

Categories: Bakery Dairy Grocery Added value chilled foods Frozen foods Fresh Produce Meat, Poultry & Fish Drinks and Beverages

To support our work, we have an extensive database of internationally based food, drink & FMCG professionals. We advertise on all relevant websites, we network constantly and with a team of experienced Search Consultants we know the people you will want to talk to.

We are the regions largest and only dedicated Food and Drink recruiter complimented by a number of excellent relations within many non food FMCG companies across the MEA who see the value our approach offers. Born out of a strategic vision from our parent group Focus Management Consultants Ltd to be closer to our international partners across the MEA region, we have rapidly become one of the premier FMCG recruitment consultancies working with both large multinational businesses and local operations. Supporting our consultative recruitment activity we utilise the most optimised and developed web and social media engagement techniques available in the market allowing our team of specialist consultants to engage with candidates & clients on many different media platforms. As innovative leaders of our sector, we are constantly investing in creative ways to source and attract candidates and add value to the recruitment process for our clients.

Our business approach is ethical and honest, and it is our clear objective to maintain integrity with both clients and candidates at all times.

The aim is to become your preferred recruitment contact who will work in partnership with you, assisting and advising at all times your search for that next career opportunity. We also desire to become the preferred partner of choice to FMCG businesses for your ongoing and long term recruitment needs. We will achieve this by delivering you highly effective solutions and committing to you for both your immediate and future business needs.