Maintenance Executive

NES Fircroft; Selangor; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Selangor is seeking a Maintenance Executive to oversee equipment upkeep and manage maintenance procedures. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience as an industrial electrician with relevant certifications. Responsibilities include planning maintenance activities, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Strong communication and troubleshooting skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as an industrial electrician.
• Experience managing a maintenance team in a manufacturing facility.
• Proficient in troubleshooting PLC-based control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the upkeep and repair of company equipment and machinery.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Manage spare parts effectively.

Skills

Electrical control systems troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance systems

Communication skills in English

Team-oriented work approach

Education

AO Chargeman Certificate or A4 certification

Tools

PLC-based control systems

Electrical distribution systems

Job description

Overview

Designation: Maintenance Executive

Department: Maintenance

Reporting Head: Assistant Production Manager

Responsibilities

• The Maintenance Executive will be accountable for overseeing the upkeep and repair of a company’s equipment, machinery, and facilities and is to lead all the maintenance procedures and activities within a company. This includes planning and coordinating maintenance activities, managing budgets, and ensuring that all work adheres to safety regulations. You will be also play a key role in minimizing downtime and maximizing operational efficiency.
• Execute and enhance Routine Preventative Maintenance systems.
• Respond to on-site emergency breakdowns, including call-outs.
• Conduct maintenance, fault finding, and rectification of electrical control systems.
• Identify faults in DCS, PLC, and network IO systems, with a preference for Simatic system
• Perform maintenance, fault finding, and calibration of instrumentation and control equipment.
• Competent in working on electrical systems up to 440Vac.
• Install new equipment and relocate existing equipment.
• Assist in mechanical and electrical enhancements to plant and equipment.
• Manage spare parts effectively.
• Ensure compliance with safe working practices, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain high standards in documentation and work recording.
• Troubleshoot motors and controls, interpret mechanical/electrical blueprints, handle hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyor systems, conduct maintenance and repairs, implement preventative maintenance, and manage facilities maintenance.
• Adhere to instructions provided by the supervisor.
• Layout and wire control panels with components like motor starters, PLCs, control relays, terminals, etc. Ensure all wiring is labeled according to the print.
• Test each console for proper wiring and calibrate sensors.
• Install consoles onto main systems and wire them to external devices following code regulations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, adhere to company assembly standards and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as an industrial electrician with primary duties as an electrical control’s technician in a manufacturing environment. Candidate must possess valid AO Chargeman Certificate from Suruhanjaya Tenaga or an A4 certification.
• Experience in managing a maintenance team in a manufacturing facility.
• Experience working with electrical distribution and control systems up to 440 VAC, 3PH. Proficient in troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying PLC-based control systems.
• Experience in troubleshooting and applying pneumatic valves, actuators (pneumatic and electric), sensors (thermocouples, pressure transducers, etc), electric motors, and other typical automation components.
• Effective communication skills in English and ability to differentiate between various wiring colors.

Work Environment

• Clear communication with supervisors, peers, or subordinates via phone, in writing, or in person.
• Ability to identify operational errors and assist in resolving them.
• Team-oriented work approach.
• Strong record-keeping skills and attention to detail.