Engineering and Maintenance Group Deputy Manager Japanese plant Cebu

John Clements Recruitment, Inc.; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO

Performance bonus

SL & VL

Job summary

John Clements Recruitment, Inc. is seeking a Deputy Manager for Engineering & Maintenance at our Japanese plant in Cebu. The role focuses on managing operations, sustaining reliability, and driving maintenance programs to optimize uptime and cost.

Ideal candidates have 10–15 years in engineering/maintenance, 5+ years in leadership, and a Bachelor’s in Engineering with licensed status preferred. On-site, Cebu-based with Cebuano preferred; benefits include HMO and performance bonus, with a Mon–Fri

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related field)
• Licensed Engineer preferred
• 10–15 years in engineering and maintenance operations
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Strong background in plant, manufacturing, or heavy industrial operations
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance systems

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Engineering and Maintenance Group to achieve operational efficiency and reliability
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for plant facilities and equipment
• Oversee engineering projects, plant upgrades, renovations, and capital expenditures
• Plan and manage major shutdowns and maintenance schedules
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance
• Mentor and develop engineering and maintenance teams and collaborate with senior management

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

MS Office

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Licensed Engineer

Job description

Engineering and Maintenance Group Deputy Manager Japanese plant Cebu

On-site - Cebu >10 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

Job Summary

The Deputy Manager – Engineering and Maintenance is responsible for managing and ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of all plant and off-site facilities, equipment, and utilities. This role ensures optimal performance at the lowest sustainable cost while maintaining full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Engineering & Maintenance Operations

• Lead and support the Engineering and Maintenance Group to achieve operational efficiency and reliability
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for plant facilities, machinery, and utilities
• Monitor plant condition through inspections, reports, and site tours

2. Equipment Reliability & Performance

• Ensure maximum availability and performance of plant equipment
• Analyze downtime reports and implement corrective actions
• Optimize energy utilization and maintenance costs

3. Project & Capital Management

• Oversee engineering projects, plant upgrades, renovations, and capital expenditures
• Plan and manage major shutdowns and maintenance schedules

4. Safety, Health & Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture across all operations
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering and maintenance teams
• Collaborate with department heads and senior management to resolve plant issues
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation initiatives

6. Budget & Performance Management

• Prepare and manage maintenance budgets
• Review KPIs and implement performance improvements

Job Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related field)
• Licensed Engineer is strongly preferred

Experience

• At least 10–15 years of relevant experience in engineering and maintenance operations
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Strong background in plant, manufacturing, or heavy industrial operations
• Preventive and predictive maintenance systems
• Utilities and facilities management
• Project management and plant engineering
• Equipment reliability and performance optimization

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Risk and safety management expertise
• Proficient in MS Office applications

Other Requirements

• Ability to speak and understand Cebuano preferred

Benefits: HMO, Performance Bonus, SL and VL, other benefits will be discussed by the company during the job offer

Work schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00-17:00

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