Maintenance Manager - Drilling Company

About the position

Equipment Maintenance Planning:

• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance plans for drilling equipment, including rigs, drills, pumps, and ancillary machinery.
• Coordinate with operations and engineering teams to schedule maintenance activities in alignment with drilling schedules and production targets.

Asset Management:

• Maintain accurate records of drilling equipment inventory, including serial numbers, maintenance history, and warranties.
• Monitor equipment performance and lifecycle costs to inform decisions regarding repair, replacement, or upgrades.

Preventive Maintenance Program:

• Establish and oversee a preventive maintenance program to proactively identify and address equipment issues before they lead to downtime or failures.
• Define maintenance schedules, checklists, and procedures to ensure the ongoing reliability and safety of drilling equipment.

Maintenance Staff Supervision:

• Lead and supervise maintenance technicians and support staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Allocate resources effectively to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks and respond to emergent equipment failures.

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics:

• Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and diagnosing root causes of failures.
• Coordinate with manufacturers, suppliers, and technical support teams to resolve complex technical issues and procure necessary spare parts.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies in all maintenance activities.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and audits of maintenance procedures and equipment installations.

Budgeting and Cost Control:

• Develop and manage maintenance budgets, forecasting expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor expenditures, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions to optimize maintenance costs while maintaining equipment reliability.

Inventory and Spare Parts Management:

• Manage inventory levels of spare parts, consumables, and critical components to support maintenance activities and minimize downtime.
• Establish relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and procure materials in a cost-effective and timely manner.

Continuous Improvement Initiatives:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains in maintenance operations.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in drilling company

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years Middle / Department Management

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree