Manager, Maintenance

Yeo Hiap Seng (Yeo’s); Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage manufacturer in Shah Alam is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance program for their facilities. You will lead a team, implement preventive maintenance strategies, and manage the annual maintenance budget. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5 years of supervisory experience in maintenance, and strong analytical skills. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to an efficient, safety-centric work environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years supervisory experience with heavy machinery or production lines.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, Halal, EHSS.
• Ability to adapt to a multi-cultural working environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the maintenance program for the assigned area.
• Lead, train, and supervise the maintenance team.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget.

Skills

Coaching

Training

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Objectives of the function

• Manage the maintenance program for assigned area. Assists in the overall administration, management, planning organizing, and stating of the division/program in the enforcement and implementation of all policies and procedures. Assists in and may oversee new building construction and major remodelling projects.

Responsibilities

A. Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, train, and supervise the maintenance team (technicians, fitters, electricians).
• Assign daily maintenance tasks and ensure timely completion.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coach team members, and manage staffing schedules.
• Foster a safety oriented, efficient, and collaborative work culture.

B. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance (PM) programs for all machinery, equipment, and facilities.
• Establish predictive maintenance schedules using condition monitoring tools.
• Maintain accurate PM records to minimize breakdowns and downtime.
• Continuously evaluate maintenance strategies for improvement.

C. Facility Management

• Manage the upkeep of buildings, HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and utilities systems.
• Ensure compliance with building, health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee facility renovation, construction, or expansion projects.

D. Budgeting & Cost Control

• Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget.
• Control costs by optimizing resource usage and minimizing unplanned downtime.
• Evaluate maintenance related expenditures and vendor contracts for cost effectiveness.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and procurement planning.

E. Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Support lean manufacturing, 5S, or TPM initiatives.
• Analyze downtime data to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Stay updated with technological advancements in maintenance and reliability engineering.

F. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and compliance documentation.
• Prepare reports on maintenance performance (MTBF, MTTR, downtime analysis).
• Use SAP to track work orders and asset history.

G. Strategic Planning

• Contribute to long term maintenance and asset management planning.
• Support capital projects involving new equipment installation or upgrades.
• Provide technical input for equipment purchase

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5 years supervisory experience with heavy machinery, production lines or related fields.
• Good in Coaching, Training & Facilitating.
• Knowledge on HACCP, GMP, Halal, EHSS, strong analytical & trouble shooting skills and meticulous.
• Good interpersonal communication & negotiation skills
• Ability to adapt to a multi-cultural working environment, be open minded and adjust priorities in response to unanticipated event.