Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager  
Full-time, Permanent
On-site
Location: Demopolis, AL

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

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

So, what will you be
doing?

As the Maintenance
Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the overall direction and
leadership for the Maintenance Department, as well as being expected to
contribute at both a strategic and facility level to identify priorities and
recommend solutions to support the business. You will have a broad
based, total productive maintenance approach to maintenance management with
small project and P&L oversight.

As Maintenance Manager,
you will report to the Plant Manager. This role has direct reports with staff
numbering up to 20. The Maintenance Manager will partner with the site
Reliability Engineer to minimize downtime, track maintenance KPI's and
implement TPM standard methodologies.

You will be
responsible for maintenance budget for the plant as well as the
maintenance strategy while being a champion for the Drax Safety
Culture by leading, creating, and maintaining a safe and healthy work
environment, following standards and procedures; and complying with legislation
and regulations. 

As part of your duties, you
will:

• 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 Centred Maintenance) Program to increase or maintain the reliability of the plants  Maintenance) 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 following
skills, 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're
  committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face.
  Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We
  work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what's right for the
  future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to
  come.

Together, we make it happen.

At
Drax, we're committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued
and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively
work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and
establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for
all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter
their background. Find out more about our approach here.

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