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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | AUSTRALIAN GENERAL INDUSTRY NOVEMBER 2008 |
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Engineering/Maintenance Manager |
| Position Code: | 8182 | | Career Level: | 5 |
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Responsible for
Advising and assessing Engineering requirements at Management level to ensure effective operations and maintenance of production schedules. |
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Reports To
Logistics Director, National Warehouse & Distribution Manager. |
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Supervises
Engineering/Maintenance Staff. |
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Main Activities
Ensuring sound production operations for Engineering/Maintenance staff by scheduling repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools and equipment.
Analysing and delegating the preventative maintenance requirements on all plant and machinery.
Controlling 'downtime' by developing routine preventative maintenance strategies and fostering a ‘no downtime’ culture.
Managing capital expenditure by prudent planning and application of resources to ensure capital expenditure projects are appropriately costed and timetabled.
Mentoring and counselling Engineering/Maintenance employees. Answering grievances; planning, monitoring and appraising job results.
Preparing regular reports to Management that analyse and summarise trends on throughput, costing against budget, breakdowns and quality standards.
Maintaining technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications. Establishing personal networks.
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Key Skills
Strong 'hands-on' Engineering/Maintenance skills and experience.
Sound knowledge of Quality Assurance and an understanding of basic ISO Standards.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good management and leadership skills.
Thorough knowledge of Accounting principles.
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Internal Contacts
Engineering/Maintenance Staff, Department Heads. |
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External Contacts
Engineering Parts and Equipment Suppliers, Inspection Authorities, Consulting Engineers. |
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Typical Experience
Over 10 years Engineering/Maintenance experience coupled with a Degree or Certification in Engineering. |
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