Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager – Bekaert Wallsend

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You would be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of all plant machinery and equipment. This involves overseeing maintenance activities, implementing preventive maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

• Oversee Maintenance Operations:
  Direct maintenance personnel, manage plant machinery and equipment installation, and ensure timely repairs.
• Inspect and Evaluate:
  Regularly inspect machinery and equipment to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and service standards.
• Problem-Solving:
  Analyse and resolve maintenance issues, assisting staff as needed.
• Budget Management:
  Develop and manage the maintenance budget, maintaining an inventory of tools and supplies.
• Project Coordination:
  Manage renovation projects and major repairs.
• Compliance:
  Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Reporting:
  Regularly report maintenance issues and progress to senior management.
• Training:
  Participate in hiring and training new maintenance workers.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial) or a related field with minimum of 5‑7 years of experience in Maintenance or a related field
• Proven track record of managing budgets, teams, and large-scale maintenance projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of plant machinery and equipment.
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Good understanding of safety and regulatory compliance.

• Competitive salary.
• Learning programs developed by our L&D department.
• A great opportunity to play your part in an international growth story.
• A chance to grow along with your responsibilities (national or international).
• Cool colleagues all over the world.

We’re looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!

At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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