Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

Full-time, Permanent

On-site

Location: Aliceville, AL

We're not just talking about making a difference, we're making ithappen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy inan uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to becomethe global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You'll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers andbusiness champions. We're enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future forall, and working hard to decarbonize the planet for generations to come.

So, what will you bedoing?

As the MaintenanceManager you will be responsible for overseeing the overall direction andleadership for the Maintenance Department, as well as being expected tocontribute at both a strategic and facility level to identify priorities andrecommend solutions to support the business. You will have a broadbased, total productive maintenance approach to maintenance management withsmall project and P&L oversight.

As Maintenance Manager,you will report to the Plant Manager. This role has direct reports with staffnumbering up to 20. The Maintenance Manager will partner with the siteReliability Engineer to minimize downtime, track maintenance KPI's andimplement TPM standard methodologies.

You will beresponsible for maintenance budget for the plant as well as themaintenance strategy while being a champion for the Drax SafetyCulture by leading, creating, and maintaining a safe and healthy workenvironment, following standards and procedures; and complying with legislationand regulations.

As part of your duties, youwill:

Manage the maintenance work process, as well as the maintenance personnel at a wood pellet facility

Communicates directly and frequently with the Operations department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas

Navigate computerized maintenance management system(CMMS) to execute work orders, order spare parts, assist in building maintenance history of plant equipment, etc

Working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma tools such as SMED, Kaizen, and Kanban

Leads teams with planning and implementing plant improvements

Ensures that all maintenance technicians are trained on the most updated version of procedures

Monitors operation of plant equipment and systems

Communicate and support the philosophy of the RCM (Reliability Cent RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance) Program to increase or maintain the reliability of the plantsMaintenance) Program to increase or maintain the reliability of the plants

Work with the reliability department to implement recommended practices and participate in training as needed

Ability and knowledge of developing routine maintenance policy and strategy in line with manufactures and plant manager's recommendations, to maximize plant efficiency and availability

Must act as a mentor and coach to maintenance team on a regular basis to implement cultural changes as needed

Must direct and supervise workflow of maintenance employees

Continuously encourage, seek, identify, and implement the means and methods to improve plant productivity and efficiency without compromising product quality, safety or environmental standards

Must have experience to identify and assess foreseeable risks and implement control measures to an acceptable level to perform a task. Assist in developing training manuals and Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMP)

Communicate to all Maintenance team employees the Company's expectations, business goals

Must have the ability to communicate professionally and clearly across all levels Who you are?

You possess the followingskills, abilities, and experience:

At least 5 - 10 years maintenance or related experience with responsibility for maintenance on assets.

Previous supervisory experienced required.

You have excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Basic computer skills are required;

CMMS experience preferred.

You must have a High School Diploma and if you have a B.S. Engineering or related certifications then even better! What's it like to work at Drax?

The Perks:

A competitive salary, with opportunities to move into different positions as you gain experience.

Great benefits starting day 1 and a 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals.

A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.

A 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals (also starting from day one at Drax!).

A company bonus plan which rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.

We'recommitted to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face.Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. Wework as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what's right for thefuture. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations tocome.

Together, we make it happen.

AtDrax, we're committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valuedand respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we activelywork to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, andestablish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed forall colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no mattertheir background. Find out more about our approach here.

How to apply:

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