Maintenance Supervisor

EPS Malaysia; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maintenance services company in Johor Bahru is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor with at least 8 years of experience in maintenance or a related supervisory role. The candidate must have a deep understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, and be proficient in designing and managing maintenance strategies. Responsibilities include overseeing preventive maintenance tasks, coordinating renovation projects, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role offers an opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Maintenance Supervisor for at least 8 years.
• Extensive hands-on maintenance experience, starting as a technician.
• Solid technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage maintenance strategies for equipment and facilities.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
• Oversee preventive maintenance tasks to maximize equipment uptime.
• Coordinate renovation and maintenance projects.

Skills

Mechanical and Electrical Systems

Maintenance Strategies

Project Management

Safety Practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

• Strategy & Planning: Design, implement, and manage maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods, including the planning and scheduling of both planned and unplanned work.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose complex mechanical and electrical breakdown problems and lead the effective resolution of emergency and unplanned equipment failures and repairs.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Conduct and oversee quality inspections and execute comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) tasks on all facility and production equipment to maximize uptime.
• Improvement & Analysis: Identify areas for operational improvement, research solutions, and propose cost‑effective recommendations to enhance equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

Facilities & Project Coordination

• Facility Oversight: Coordinate and supervise general maintenance and upkeep activities for buildings, grounds, and infrastructure.
• Renovation Projects: Coordinate and oversee the execution of renovation, upgrade, and installation projects within existing facilities.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Effectively communicate and liaise with client departments and internal stakeholders regarding maintenance activities and facility status.
• Personnel Management: Coordinate and supervise the daily work and development of maintenance personnel.
• Documentation & Training: Draft technical manuals, work instructions, and guidelines for the installation, commissioning, and operation of equipment and systems. Conduct equipment and system training for employees and users.
• Budget & Inventory: Coordinate with the HOD on budget development and maintain an accurate inventory of tools and consumables.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all statutory and legal requirements for equipment and systems are met through timely inspections, certifications by relevant bodies, and adherence to ISO standards (including conducting internal audits).
• Reporting: Submit comprehensive weekly reports on maintenance progress, audit outcomes, and other assigned tasks.

Requirement

• A bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Proven Experience: Significant, proven experience as a Maintenance Supervisor at least 8 years and above or in a similar supervisory/leadership role within a maintenance or manufacturing setting.
• Maintenance Background: Extensive hands‑on experience in maintenance, often starting as a technician.
• Technical Proficiency: A solid understanding and strong technical knowledge of:
  • Mechanical and Electrical Systems: Diagnosing complex breakdowns, troubleshooting, and repairing both mechanical and electrical production equipment and facility systems (HVAC, plumbing, etc.).
  • Maintenance Strategies: Deep familiarity with implementing Preventive Maintenance (PM).
  • Facility Oversight: Knowledge of general upkeep for buildings, grounds, and infrastructure.
  • Project Management: Experience in coordinating and overseeing renovation, upgrade, and installation projects.
  • Compliance: Knowledge of safety practices, regulations (JKKP, DOE, BOMBA), and adherence to quality standards like ISO.