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Position: Senior Engineer - Plant and Machinery

Job Code: Requisition12000

Location: MEA

Maximum Experience: 10

Employment Type: Permanent

The Senior Engineer for Plant & Machinery will be responsible for ensuring the effective operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of plant machinery and equipment. This role requires a deep understanding of mechanical systems, project management skills, and the ability to lead teams in the troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of plant equipment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of operational safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Maintenance & Operation:

    • Oversee the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of plant machinery and equipment.
    • Ensure optimal functioning and performance of all mechanical systems in the plant.
    • Develop, implement, and optimize preventive maintenance schedules for all critical machinery.
    • Perform root-cause analysis for recurring issues and provide recommendations for improvements.
  2. Project Management:

    • Lead projects related to the installation, upgrade, or replacement of machinery and equipment.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, engineering, procurement) for smooth project execution.
    • Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
  3. Continuous Improvement:

    • Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machinery uptime, reduce costs, and improve overall plant efficiency.
    • Implement best practices in equipment reliability and performance management.
    • Conduct failure analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent downtime.
  4. Compliance & Safety:

    • Ensure adherence to all plant safety regulations and maintenance procedures.
    • Ensure that all machinery operates within the prescribed safety and environmental standards.
    • Lead risk assessments, audits, and safety inspections related to plant machinery.
  5. Team Leadership & Collaboration:

    • Lead, train, and mentor junior engineers and technicians to build a high-performing team.
    • Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages knowledge sharing and innovation.
    • Work closely with production and operations teams to align machinery capabilities with production goals.
  6. Documentation & Reporting:

    • Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and machine performance metrics.
    • Generate regular reports on machine downtime, maintenance costs, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
    • Ensure proper documentation of machinery manuals, service histories, and upgrades.