Maintenance Manager

Hammerjack Pty Ltd; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

MCW Restaurant Group is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to oversee repair, upkeep, and preventive maintenance across our restaurants, commissary, and support facilities. The role ensures safety, compliance, and operations stay aligned with company standards.

Responsibilities include planning maintenance, coordinating technicians and contractors, monitoring costs, and maintaining detailed service records. A practical, proactive leader will reduce downtime and extend equipment life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Engineering, Facilities Management, or any related course.
• At least 5 years of experience in maintenance, facilities, or engineering management.
• Experience in restaurants or multi-branch operations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and building maintenance.
• Able to manage technicians, contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance needs of restaurant branches, commissary, and offices.
• Plan and implement preventive maintenance schedules for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen equipment and building systems.
• Respond to urgent repair requests and minimize downtime.
• Supervise in-house maintenance staff, technicians, and third-party contractors.
• Inspect branches regularly to identify repair needs and safety concerns.
• Coordinate repair requests, approvals, materials, and service providers with Operations and Finance.
• Monitor maintenance costs and ensure repairs stay within budgets.
• Maintain records of repairs, service reports, warranties, and equipment history.

Skills

Maintenance management

Team leadership

Budget monitoring

Safety compliance

Education

Engineering, Facilities Management or related

Job description

About the Role

MCW Restaurant Group is looking for a reliable and hands-on Maintenance Manager to oversee the repair, upkeep, and preventive maintenance of our restaurants, commissary, and support facilities.

This role is responsible for ensuring that all stores remain safe, operational, well-maintained, and compliant with company standards. The Maintenance Manager will lead maintenance planning, coordinate repairs, manage technicians and contractors, and respond quickly to urgent store concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for:

• Managing the daily maintenance needs of restaurant branches, commissary, and office facilities
• Planning and implementing preventive maintenance schedules for equipment, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen equipment, exhaust systems, and general building repairs
• Responding to urgent repair requests and minimizing store downtime
• Supervising in-house maintenance staff, technicians, and third-party contractors
• Inspecting branches regularly to identify repair needs and safety concerns
• Coordinating with Operations, Store Managers, Purchasing, and Finance for repair requests, approvals, materials, and service providers
• Monitoring maintenance costs and ensuring repairs are done within approved budgets
• Ensuring all work complies with safety, sanitation, and government requirements
• Maintaining proper records of repairs, preventive maintenance, service reports, warranties, and equipment history
• Recommending improvements to reduce recurring repairs and extend equipment lifespan
• Monitor vehicle downtime, repair costs, fuel-related concerns, tire condition, battery condition, and recurring mechanical issues

Qualifications

• Graduate of Engineering, Facilities Management, or any related course
• At least 5 years of experience in maintenance, facilities, or engineering management
• Experience in restaurants, food service, commissary, retail, hotel, or multi-branch operations is preferred
• Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and general building maintenance
• Able to manage technicians, contractors, suppliers, and service providers
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond quickly to urgent concerns
• Organized, cost-conscious, and able to maintain proper documentation
• Willing to do branch visits and fieldwork
• Good communication and coordination skills

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is practical, dependable, and proactive. The ideal candidate does not only fix problems when they happen, but also builds systems to prevent recurring issues. This person should be comfortable working with restaurant operations and understands that equipment downtime, leaks, electrical issues, and facility problems can directly affect sales and guest experience.