Dy. Manager - Maintenance (Utilities)

As the Deputy Manager - Maintenance (Utilities) in the Farm Division at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, you will take ownership of ensuring the seamless operation and upkeep of all utility systems vital to our manufacturing processes. Your responsibilities will include:

This role requires a proactive mindset, strategic foresight, and the ability to maintain high equipment availability in support of our tractor manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Engineering degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, to ensure a robust understanding of mechanical systems and maintenance principles integral to the utility functions within a manufacturing environment.

Educational background should demonstrate a strong foundation in engineering fundamentals coupled with applied knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, machinery diagnostics, and industrial maintenance practices.

Additional certifications or training in maintenance management, quality systems such as ISO standards, or specialized technical courses related to CNC machinery or TPM methodologies will be regarded as valuable assets.

Continuous professional development and a commitment to staying abreast with advancements in maintenance technology and regulatory standards are essential to excel in this role.

Candidates should bring a general experience profile ranging between 5 to 11 years within the engineering or automobile manufacturing sectors, preferably with exposure to engine or farm machinery production environments.

This experience should reflect increasing levels of responsibility in maintenance operations, with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing utility maintenance tasks including mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system upkeep, as well as preventive and corrective maintenance planning.

Experience in coordinating with production teams, overseeing compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives will be critical.

Exposure to industry best practices such as Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and quality frameworks (ISO 9000, ISO/TS 16949) will support effective performance in this role.

Critical to success in this role is hands-on experience and technical expertise in the following key areas:

This critical experience underpins the candidate’s ability to contribute to operational efficiency, safety, and quality outcomes in a dynamic and technology-driven manufacturing setting.

Analytical Thinking

Analytics

CNC Machine

CNC Programming

ISO 9000 - Quality Management

ISO TS 16949 - Quality Management

ISO/IEC 17025 Testing & Calibration

Machinery Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (MFMEA)

OHSAS 18001 - Occupational Health & Safety

Teamwork

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)