MAINTENANCE MANAGER (CHEMICAL OR PETROCHEMICAL), PROCTOR, WV, USA – #5750 #2

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting is currently looking for a MAINTENANCE MANAGER,  for our a client in Proctor, WV. 

We are seeking a leader in the petrochemical and fine-chemicals sector for an accomplished Maintenance Manager opportunity. This role involves leading a team of skilled professionals and technicians to ensure equipment operates with minimum downtime, while maximizing operational efficiency and equipment life. The facilities and plants include sophisticated and modern equipment like turbines, compressors, centrifuges, high pressure steam networks, DCS process control equipment, electrical equipment, and many more supplied by leading global manufacturers .

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Provide leadership and direction to the maintenance team, overseeing workforce planning, job scheduling, routine and emergency repairs, productivity improvements, technical support, training, and ongoing performance coaching.

  • Organize and coordinate maintenance work to ensure effective use of resources while limiting operational interruptions and maximizing asset availability.

  • Establish and enhance maintenance standards and practices, identifying opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and overall equipment performance.

  • Partner with internal stakeholders across operations, production, engineering, and supply chain to resolve issues, improve workflows, strengthen safety performance, and control operating costs.

  • Promote a strong culture centered on safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

  • Define, track, and analyze performance metrics to assess workforce effectiveness and equipment reliability.

  • Ensure consistent readiness and availability of plant assets through preventive, predictive, and reliability-focused maintenance strategies.

  • Lead investigations into equipment failures, conduct root cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventative actions.

  • Align maintenance priorities with operational needs by working closely with production teams to balance workloads and optimize resource deployment.

  • Direct spare parts and materials management, implementing inventory controls that reduce downtime while optimizing stock levels and carrying costs.

  • Ensure adherence to all applicable health, safety, and environmental standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Maintain detailed and accurate maintenance documentation, inspections, and repair records in support of internal policies and regulatory frameworks, including process safety standards.

  • Prepare and manage the maintenance budget, including forecasting, cost tracking, and identifying opportunities for financial and operational efficiencies.

  • Champion continuous improvement methodologies such as Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

  • Develop and mentor apprentices, trainees, and operations personnel to strengthen technical capability, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement.

  • Oversee engineering and construction initiatives related to capacity expansion and process improvements, partnering with project and construction teams through future growth phases.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical (or) Electrical Engineering.
• 15 years + of experience in maintenance within petrochemical and chemicals plants. Managerial experience is preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team of maintenance professionals.
• A successful candidate must have high level of “hands-on” experience with equipment and be proficient at solving complex equipment problems.
• In-depth knowledge of the best practices and methodologies in maintenance in addition to modern techniques that ensure high reliability, efficiency, and safety.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software systems and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a quick decision-making approach.
• Sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with peers and colleagues to achieve the organization’s goals.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity! 

  • Lead Maintenance at a New State-of-the-Art Facility – Join a newly built $240M greenfield plant, equipped with modern equipment and advanced systems, offering the rare opportunity to establish maintenance standards and processes from the ground up.

  • High-Impact Leadership Role – Take ownership of the entire maintenance function, leading a skilled team and driving reliability, safety, and uptime for a critical manufacturing operation.

  • Opportunity to Build and Shape the Maintenance Program – Implement best-in-class preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, optimize CMMS systems, and help create a culture of proactive reliability.

  • Strong Visibility and Long-Term Growth Potential – Work closely with plant leadership and play a key role in operational success, with opportunities to grow into senior operations, engineering, or regional maintenance leadership roles.

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume to info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.