Maintenance Deputy Manager

Job Summary The Deputy Manager – Engineering and Maintenance is responsible for managing and ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of all plant and off-site facilities, equipment, and utilities. This role ensures optimal performance at the lowest sustainable cost while maintaining full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities 1. Engineering & Maintenance Operations • Lead and support the Engineering and Maintenance Group to achieve operational efficiency and reliability • Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for plant facilities, machinery, and utilities • Monitor plant condition through inspections, reports, and site tours 2. Equipment Reliability & Performance • Ensure maximum availability and performance of plant equipment • Analyze downtime reports and implement corrective actions • Optimize energy utilization and maintenance costs 3. Project & Capital Management • Oversee engineering projects, plant upgrades, renovations, and capital expenditures • Plan and manage major shutdowns and maintenance schedules 4. Safety, Health & Compliance • Champion a strong safety culture across all operations • Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements 5. Leadership & Team Management • Lead, mentor, and develop engineering and maintenance teams • Collaborate with department heads and senior management to resolve plant issues • Drive continuous improvement and innovation initiatives 6. Budget & Performance Management • Prepare and manage maintenance budgets • Review KPIs and implement performance improvements Job Qualifications Education & Certification • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related field) • Licensed Engineer is strongly preferred Experience • At least 10–15 years of relevant experience in engineering and maintenance operations • Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role • Strong background in plant, manufacturing, or heavy industrial operations Technical Competencies • Preventive and predictive maintenance systems • Maintenance Management Systems (MMS) • Utilities and facilities management • Project management and plant engineering • Equipment reliability and performance optimization Skills & Attributes • Strong leadership and team management skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities • Analytical and problem-solving capabilities • Risk and safety management expertise • Proficient in MS Office applications Other Requirements • Ability to speak and understand Cebuano preferred Benefits: HMO, Performance Bonus, SL and VL, other benefits will be discussed by the company during the job offer Work schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00-17:00 Interview process: Online