Urgent: Maintenance Engineering Manager (Petrochemical)

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all maintenance activities, including Mechanical (fixed and rotating equipment), Electrical, Instrumentation, DCS, PLC, and Automation Systems.
• Lead plant turnaround (TAR) activities by establishing turnaround committees, planning and coordinating meetings, and ensuring all activities are executed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Participate in and support various HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, Quality) management systems and initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Production, HSSEI, Supply Chain, and Laboratory teams to support operational excellence.
• Develop, implement, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and plant performance.
• Manage instrument and equipment calibration activities while ensuring all records and documentation remain current.
• Ensure all explosion-proof (Ex-proof) equipment is properly certified, maintained, and fit for operational use.
• Support management in preparing annual capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgets and propose initiatives to improve equipment reliability and long-term sustainability.
• Oversee maintenance service contracts and facility-related contractor activities.
• Manage maintenance work requests through the CMMS platform (NetSuite).
• Identify training needs and organize competency development programs for the maintenance team.

Requirements

• Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the petrochemical industry, with strong exposure to maintenance and project management functions.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, electrical single-line diagrams, control schematics, and PLC/DCS programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across different functions.
• Self-motivated, proactive, independent, and capable of working both individually and as part of a team.
• Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on the APPLY button below to send in your resume or send to engg1@talenttradersg.com
• EA License No: 13C6305
• Reg. No.: R1985234 (GOH HOOI MING)
• For candidate who applied for the advertised position is deemed to have consented to us that we may collect, use or disclose your personal information for purpose in connection with the services provided by us.

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