Maintenance Supervisor - Pemba

 

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Asset Maintenance & Reliability

• Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for all equipment
• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with OEM specifications and company standards
• Monitor equipment performance and implement corrective actions to reduce failures and downtime

2. Fleet Availability & Operational Support

• Ensure all equipment is available, serviceable, and fit for operational requirements
• Monitor and improve equipment utilization and availability rates
• Support operations to ensure minimal disruption due to equipment breakdown

3. Lifting Equipment Compliance

• Ensure all cranes, lifting equipment, and associated gear are inspected, certified, and compliant with applicable regulations
• Maintain lifting registers, certification records, and inspection schedules
• Coordinate with third-party inspectors and certification bodies

4. Fleet & Transport Compliance

• Ensure all trucks, trailers, and transport equipment meet roadworthy and statutory requirements
• Oversee licensing, inspections, and regulatory compliance for all fleet assets

5. Workshop & Technical Management

• Manage workshop operations and field maintenance teams
• Ensure efficient planning, scheduling, and execution of maintenance activities
• Provide technical guidance and support for complex repairs and troubleshooting

6. Spare Parts & Inventory Control

• Manage spare parts inventory, including critical spares and consumables
• Ensure proper stock control, storage, and documentation of all parts movements
• Minimise downtime through effective parts availability and procurement planning

7. Budgeting & Cost Control

• Prepare and manage the annual maintenance budget
• Monitor maintenance costs and ensure alignment with approved budgets
• Identify cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or quality

8. Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and client safety requirements
• Support incident investigations related to equipment or maintenance activities
• Promote a strong safety culture within the maintenance team

9. Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Prepare and submit monthly maintenance reports covering performance, costs, and equipment status
• Track key performance indicators such as availability, downtime, and maintenance costs
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

10. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, supervise, and develop maintenance personnel
• Ensure appropriate training, competency, and performance management of the team
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

11. General

• Ensure high levels of service delivery to internal and external stakeholders
• Support ISO and audit requirements where applicable
• Perform any other duties as may be required to meet operational needs

Experience & Education Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 8–10 years' experience in heavy equipment or fleet maintenance
• Experience in oil & gas, logistics, mining, or similar industrial environments
• Proven experience in maintenance of heavy equipment fleets, including cranes, forklifts, telehandlers, and transport equipment from leading OEMs such as Terex, Liebherr, Caterpillar, Manitou, Kalmar, MAN, Power Star, and similar
• Strong knowledge of maintenance planning and asset management systems
• Valid driver's license

Skills Requirements

Essential

• Strong technical knowledge of heavy equipment, hydraulics, and diesel engines
• Knowledge of lifting equipment standards and compliance requirements
• Leadership and team management skills
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety and compliance

Desired

• Experience in oil & gas or shorebase operations
• Familiarity with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001)
• Experience with CMMS systems
• Project management skills
• Budgeting and financial analysis capability
• Continuous improvement / Lean experience
• Experience working in remote or challenging environments
• Training and mentoring capability