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Position:         Maintenance/Utility Service Manager

Division:         Operations

Reports:         Managing Director.

Maintenance/Utility Service Manager Job Responsibilities

The Maintenance/Utility Service Manager is responsible for maintaining a well-organised and efficient maintenance department. This includes establishing a cost-effective maintenance management system and ensuring that all company facilities, machinery, and equipment are kept in optimal working condition at all times.

Maintenance/Utility Service Manager Duties & Responsibilities include:

• The maintenance and utility team is responsible for both preventive and corrective maintenance of company facilities, machinery, and equipment. 
• Arranging for an effective and efficient maintenance management system and preparing a periodic budget for maintenance services and repairs.
• Participating in the recruitment, hiring, and training processes to ensure a high-quality maintenance staff.
• Ensuring that the team complies with all company safety rules, regulations, goals and objectives.
• Supporting the Technical Manager in the day-to-day management of the plant.
• Providing detailed reports to management on relevant technical issues.
• Engaging in and contributing to the company’s product marketing, being familiar with all company machinery, facilities, and equipment capacities.
• Oversee the activities of both the electrical and mechanical sections of the maintenance department.
• Designed and oversaw preventative and corrective maintenance plans to minimize downtime for all machinery, equipment, and other company facilities.
• Participate in, oversee, and coordinate maintenance tasks.
• Any other duty assigned

Key Relationships of a Maintenance/Utility Service Manager

• Managing Director
• Technical Manager
• Production Engineers
• QA/QC Manager
• Finance Director
• Admin/HR Manager
• Maintenance Staff
• Store Officer & Purchasing Supervisor.

Key Job Measures:

The Maintenance/Utility Service Manager would be responsible for maintaining a standard and functional maintenance department, achieving a cost-effective and efficient Maintenance Management System

Required Skills of a Maintenance/Utility Service Manager

• Communication.
• Patience.
• Problem-Solving.
• Diplomacy.
• Motivation.
• Trust.
• Empathy..
• Vision.

Salary of a Maintenance/Utility Service Manager

This varies according to the organization, but it often ranges from $1,700 to $2,500. This amount does not include non-accidental bonuses, other benefits, or additional health insurance plans for the staff, spouse, and four children.

Educational Requirements

• The ideal candidate should possess a B.Sc/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and have at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Membership in a related professional body will be an added advantage.

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