Maintenance Engineer

Job Overview

This role involves comprehensive maintenance responsibilities for both mechanical and electrical systems in a production setting to ensure optimal machine health, reduce downtime, and maintain safety compliance.

Mechanical & Machinery Maintenance

• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues involving motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct routine inspections to detect early signs of machine failures.
• Perform lubrication, servicing, alignment, and component replacement timely.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers and service engineers for complex repairs.

Electrical Maintenance Duties

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical panels, motors, contactors, sensors, and control units.
• Manage electrical faults and ensure integrity of power supply systems including cables, MCBs, and MCCs.
• Assist in the setup and upkeep of new machinery installations.
• Adhere to electrical safety standards and coordinate with external contractors for specialized tasks.

Planned Maintenance Activities

• Develop and follow scheduled preventive maintenance routines on daily to annual basis.
• Keep detailed checklists and maintenance logs per machine.
• Identify patterns in machine performance to reduce repeat failures.
• Ensure availability of essential spare parts aligned with maintenance needs.

Handling Breakdowns

• Respond promptly to machine breakdowns to limit production impact.
• Conduct root cause analysis and apply corrective measures.
• Maintain records of breakdowns and repair histories.
• Prioritize machine repairs in collaboration with production teams.

Spare Parts & Inventory Management

• Determine critical spare parts requirements and maintain adequate inventory.
• Liaise with procurement and stores departments to secure timely supplies.
• Track consumption and replacement of spare parts thoroughly.

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere strictly to safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Ensure machinery and electrical systems operate safely and comply with regulations.
• Identify hazards related to maintenance and initiate corrective measures.
• Contribute to factory safety audits and statutory inspections.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive records of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Prepare and submit daily and monthly maintenance reports.
• Monitor key performance indicators like MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) and MTTR (Mean Time To Repair).
• Maintain history logs and service documentation for all equipment.