Main Duties
- Manage the daily operation of all project workshops supporting track maintenance, structures maintenance, and equipment maintenance activities.
- Ensure all maintenance vehicles, heavy equipment, rail maintenance machines, tools, and workshop equipment are maintained in safe and serviceable condition.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programmes for all workshop assets in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and project requirements.
- Coordinate repair, servicing, inspection, calibration, and overhaul activities to maximize equipment availability and minimize downtime.
- Ensure workshop facilities, lifting equipment, machinery, and specialized tools comply with contractual requirements, applicable standards, and safety regulations.
- Monitor equipment performance and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and operational efficiency.
- Plan and control workshop manpower, materials, spare parts, consumables, and specialized tools required for maintenance activities.
- Coordinate with District Managers and maintenance teams to ensure timely availability of equipment and plant required for field operations.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment history, service reports, inspection records, and asset documentation.
- Ensure proper inventory control of spare parts, workshop consumables, and critical maintenance materials.
- Implement quality control procedures for workshop repairs and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with project quality requirements.
- Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements within all workshop facilities.
- Conduct routine inspections of workshop facilities and ensure housekeeping standards are maintained.
- Coordinate statutory inspections, testing, and certification of workshop equipment and lifting appliances where applicable.
- Prepare periodic reports on equipment utilization, maintenance performance, workshop productivity, equipment failures, and improvement initiatives.
- Promote continuous improvement in workshop operations through preventive maintenance, staff development, and efficient resource utilization.
Other Duties
- Adhere to organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance and maintain a productive work environment.
- Implement and uphold safety and security protocols to protect the well-being of all employees and company assets.
- Perform additional duties as needed to support the team and overall business objectives.
- Key Relationships
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Required Academic Qualification
- Qualification
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
- Category
- Other Requirements
- Professional certification in Mechanical Maintenance, Plant Maintenance, or Asset Management is desirable.
- Certification in maintenance planning or workshop management will be an advantage.
- Years of Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in related railway maintenance or mechanical maintenance, heavy equipment, or workshop management.
- Experience managing workshops supporting large railway, infrastructure, and industrial maintenance projects.
