Section Manager - Maintenance Operations

Job Description

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide strong and fair leadership to maintenance technicians, ensuring accountability and motivation.
• Coach and mentor team members on problem-solving techniques and root cause analysis.
• Promote a positive and preventive mindset within the team.
• Demonstrate nuanced communication skills, especially in heated or high-pressure situations, to maintain professionalism and resolve conflicts effectively.

Maintenance Operations

• Support technicians in fixing breakdowns and resolving technical downtimes during escalations.
• Ensure accurate and timely data input by technicians into maintenance systems.
• Push activities toward preventive maintenance rather than reactive problem-solving.

Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze maintenance data to identify recurring issues and systemic weaknesses.
• Derive and implement improvement projects based on data-driven insights.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving sessions to find true root causes and prevent recurrence.

Engineering Collaboration

• Work closely with the engineering section to improve unstable machine designs and enhance reliability.
• Provide feedback and recommendations for design improvements based on maintenance insights.

Cost Control & Optimization

• Understand and analyze maintenance costs, including spare parts, labor, and downtime impact.
• Develop and implement measures to reduce overall maintenance costs without compromising quality or safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance strategies, root cause analysis, and reliability engineering.
• Familiarity with PLC systems and automation troubleshooting is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage costs and lead improvement projects.
• Applicants must be Malaysian citizens.

Additional Information

Lead the technical manufacturing maintenance team to ensure high equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and drive preventive maintenance culture. Provide strong and fair leadership, foster continuous improvement, and implement cost-effective strategies to optimize maintenance performance while maintaining a service mindset and customer orientation.