Maintenance & Project Lead — Maximize Uptime & Asset Health

IFFCO Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

IFFCO Group seeks an Associate Manager-Maintenance & Project to maximize uptime across process lines and ensure optimum utility availability. You will lead maintenance strategies, oversee PPMs, and drive project implementations in collaboration with the Factory Head.

The role requires 5 years of relevant experience and a technical/engineering background, with strong leadership and budgeting skills. UAE-based, on-site position.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant maintenance/engineering management experience.
• Technical Diploma with 10 years of managerial experience, or Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical).
• Strong knowledge of Six Sigma, Kanban, Kaizen methodologies.
• Familiarity with QHSE regulations.
• Ability to lead projects and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Maximize uptime of machinery and utilities as per OEE norms.
• Monitor equipment and advise on refurbishment/replacement.
• Perform repairs safely, timely, and professionally.
• Develop and execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Lead project implementations with Factory Head within time and cost.
• Develop vendor relationships for cost-effective alternatives.
• Train and develop the team for better performance.

Skills

Product Knowledge

Industry Regulations and Norms

Process Improvement Methodologies

Quality Management Systems

Communicating effectively

Driving Results

Self and Team Management

Planning & Decision Making

Customer Centricity

Ownership & Result Orientation

Asset Management

Budgeting Controls

Contract & Vendor management

Engineering and Maintenance Standards

Education

Technical Diploma

Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical)

Job description

IFFCO Group seeks an Associate Manager-Maintenance & Project to maximize uptime across process lines and ensure optimum utility availability. You will lead maintenance strategies, oversee PPMs, and drive project implementations in collaboration with the Factory Head.

The role requires 5 years of relevant experience and a technical/engineering background, with strong leadership and budgeting skills. UAE-based, on-site position.