Maintenance Supervisor - Everyday Good Manufacturing

GMG; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

GMG is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team and oversee the efficient operation of our facilities within a food manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include supervising electricians, mechanics and refrigeration staff, developing maintenance schedules, diagnosing faults, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across LV electrical systems and automation equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, automation and control systems.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and troubleshooting control panels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the maintenance team to ensure optimal performance.
• Create and implement maintenance schedules for equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate with other departments for efficient maintenance planning.
• Supervise technicians, electricians, mechanics and refrigeration staff.
• Diagnose and fix faults promptly to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, diagrams and control schematics.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives and related systems.
• Ensure safe operation of LV electrical systems and panels.
• Enforce safety culture and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain records of work orders, inspections and repairs.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Electrical systems

Automation

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

VFDs

Electrical drawings

Job description

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor will be leading the maintenance team and oversee the effective and efficient operation of our facilities. The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising all electrical, electronic, automation, mechanical. Co ordination with refrigeration, utility, and building maintenance contractors activities within the food manufacturing facility. The role ensures maximum equipment availability, safe operation, effective preventive maintenance, rapid breakdown response, and compliance with food safety and statutory requirements. The supervisor also monitors performance, trains staff and works closely with other departments to maintain a safe and productive working environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the maintenance team, ensuring optimal performance and productivity.
• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance schedules for equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate with other departments to plan and execute maintenance activities efficiently.
• Supervise maintenance technicians, electricians, mechanics, refrigeration technicians, and utility operations.
• Diagnose and address maintenance issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and rectify faults in electrical control panels, motors, contactors, relays, sensors, encoders, inverters, and servo drives.
• Read and understand electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and technical manuals.
• Troubleshoot electronic control boards, power supplies, safety circuits, and instrumentation systems.
• Ensure safe maintenance of LV electrical systems and distribution panels.
• Possess good working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, industrial sensors, and communication networks.
• Diagnose automation faults and restore machine operation safely & Perform PLC and HMI program backups and maintain proper version control.
• Steam boilers and associated feed-water systems, Thermic fluid heaters and circulation systems, Industrial air compressors and compressed-air dryers, Centralized ammonia refrigeration systems, Chillers, cooling towers, condensers, and pumps & HVAC and ventilation systems.
• Enforce and promote a strong safety culture within the team, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance services.
• Ensure vendor compliance with service agreements and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inspections, and repairs.
• Generate reports on equipment performance, downtime, and maintenance costs.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for facility upgrades and improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.