Maintenance Lead

BAT; Jhelum; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading bonus

Health plans

Work-life balance initiatives

Transportation support

Flexible holiday plan

Online learning platforms

Job summary

Pakistan Tobacco Company, a BAT subsidiary, invites applications for a Maintenance Lead at our Jhelum site. The role focuses on coordinating routine and preventive maintenance to keep production lines running smoothly and efficiently.

The ideal candidate holds a mechanical engineering qualification with 1–3 years in maintenance, and familiarity with SAP PM and Power BI for data-driven improvements. Join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or DAE/B-Tech in mechanical engineering.
• 1–3 years in a maintenance role.
• Knowledge of data analytics (Power BI) and SAP systems.
• Understanding of maintenance strategies and PM in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete machinery maintenance to ensure continuous operation.
• Plan quality improvement initiatives with other departments.
• Identify training gaps and provide feedback for skill growth.
• Plan machine conversions per the Master Production Schedule.
• Monitor spare parts consumption and availability.
• Standardize machinery for quality, safety, and efficiency.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Power BI

SAP

Maintenance strategies

Cigarette manufacturing tech

Preventive maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

DAE or B-Tech in mechanical engineering

Tools

SAP Systems

Power BI

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

Pakistan Tobacco Company has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Lead in Jhelum, Pakistan

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Coordinate and complete machinery maintenance, including breakdown and preventive maintenance, to ensure continuous machine operation.
• Plan and carry out quality improvement initiatives in cooperation with other departments.
• Detect training gaps and deliver frequent feedback for skill growth and promote steady advancement in employee performance.
• Plan and complete machine conversions to meet market demand as per the Master Production Schedule.
• Monitor spare parts consumption and maintain availability.
• Seek feedback from the SMD team to improve maintenance quality and complete suggested actions.
• Complete standardization of machinery through modifications for quality, safety, and efficiency improvement.
• Develop and implement guidelines, common platforms, and knowledge sharing with other functions and factories within Operations.
• Ensure execution of maintenance activities to achieve production and quality targets.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s Degree, DAE or B-Tech preferably in Mechanical Engineering
• 1-3 years of experience in a maintenance role
• Knowledge of data analytics systems like Power BI and SAP Systems
• Must have knowledge of maintenance strategies
• Candidate must have knowledge of cigarette manufacturing technologies and be familiar with common operation and maintenance methods for this equipment.
• Well experienced in SAP based preventive maintenance

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.