Maintenance Manager

Nurchure Staffing Solutions; Proctor (WV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurchure Staffing Solutions is seeking a Maintenance Manager for a leading role at a new greenfield petrochemical plant in West Virginia. This position involves supervising a maintenance team, ensuring optimal equipment performance, and implementing best practices for reliability and efficiency. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and over 15 years of relevant experience. Candidates will work with advanced automated systems, driving operational excellence while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of maintenance experience in petrochemical or chemical plants.
• Managerial experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of technicians and maintenance personnel.
• Plan and schedule maintenance activities.
• Develop and implement best practices in maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of maintenance best practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Maintenance management software (CMMS)

Job description

A global greenfield petrochemical/fine chemicals processing plant is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Manager to lead their Plant Maintenance team. This highly automated facility features state-of-the-art equipment including turbines, compressors, centrifuges, high-pressure steam networks, DCS process control systems, and advanced electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Lead Technicians and Maintenance personnel, including planning, scheduling, and execution of routine and breakdown jobs
• Improve workforce productivity through training, technical guidance, and performance feedback
• Plan and schedule maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and minimize production disruptions
• Develop and implement best practices in maintenance, reliability, and efficiency
• Collaborate with production, technology, and supply chain teams to resolve issues and optimize operations
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Establish KPIs to track equipment reliability and workforce performance
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for equipment failures
• Manage spare parts inventory and optimize stock levels to reduce costs and downtime
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets; forecast expenditures and track costs
• Implement Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives
• Train apprentices and trainees to promote team collaboration and continual improvement
• Oversee engineering and construction programs for facility expansions and debottlenecking

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 15+ years of maintenance experience in petrochemical or chemical plants, with managerial experience preferred
• Hands‑on experience with industrial equipment and complex problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of maintenance best practices, methodologies, and modern techniques for high reliability and efficiency
• Proficiency in maintenance management software (CMMS)
• Strong leadership, analytical, and decision‑making abilities
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in a plant environment with occasional exposure to chemicals, machinery, and varying temperatures
• Capable of lifting, walking, and standing for extended periods
• Willingness to be on‑call or work outside regular hours as needed

Why This Opportunity is Great

• Lead maintenance operations at a new greenfield petrochemical/fine chemicals plant
• Work with highly automated, state-of-the‑art production equipment
• Drive operational excellence, safety, and reliability while managing a skilled team