Maintenance Manager
- Waalwijk, Noord-Brabant
- Vast
- Voltijds
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance, facility readiness, and a safe, compliant work environment. This includes managing maintenance schedules, resources, and documentation; collaborating with internal teams and external contractors; and ensuring adherence to QEHS (Quality, Environment, Health & Safety) standards.The role also includes maintaining clean, comfortable, and presentable office and workplace areas to support staff well-being and productivity. The ultimate goal is to minimize downtime, maximize maintenance efficiency, and uphold operational and environmental excellence across the site.How you will contribute
- Ensure timely and cost-effective completion of all maintenance tasks, regardless of origin.
- Ensure the team is trained and compliant with QEHS standards, and that appropriate PPE is available for all relevant tasks.
- Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance plans.
- Ensure compliance with asset management registers and inventories, including tools, safety equipment, and test devices.
- Promote and enforce safety policies to protect all personnel and prevent incidents.
- Communicate and implement company policies related to Health, Safety, and Environmental procedures.
- Report and escalate safety-related issues or incidents appropriately.
- If applicable, lead and manage a team by fostering collaboration, setting clear goals, and supporting professional development.
- Represent the organization positively, demonstrating behaviors aligned with company values and principles.
- Coordinate with external suppliers and contractors at local, regional, and global levels.
- Education: MBO or HBO level; higher education is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a relevant field. Experience in roles such as electrician, carpenter, welder, mechanic, or plumber is a plus.
- Skills: Strong planning, prioritization, organizational, and supervisory skills. Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and team leadership.
- Technical: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email); experience with SAP is beneficial.
- Languages: Proficiency in both English and Dutch (written and verbal) is required.
- Attributes: Proactive, determined, takes initiative, leads by example, and builds strong teams.
- Other Requirements: Valid driver's license preferred. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, shifts, and participate in standby rotations.