Maintenance Supervisor

Job description

Main Purpose: Responsible for leading, supervising, and ensuring the disciplined execution of maintenance processes within the terminal, guaranteeing maximum asset reliability, operational efficiency, and safe, high-quality service delivery. The role drives maintenance performance through resource optimization, continuous improvement, and compliance with corporate and industry standards. Desirable Characteristics Safety-focused mindset Leadership and team management Results-oriented approach Analytical thinking and problem-solving Planning and organization Assertive communication Decision-making Key Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with HSE regulations across all maintenance activities. Ensure adherence to the Safety Program and Risk Analysis by the execution team. Supervise preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities for terminal assets (static equipment, rotating equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation, and control). Ensure maintenance plans are executed in accordance with technical, regulatory, and safety standards. Implement continuous improvement of maintenance plans, route maps, bills of materials, and maintenance procedures. Lead field technicians and contractors, fostering a culture of safety, operational discipline, and continuous improvement. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as availability, reliability, MTBF, MTTR, and maintenance costs. Optimize maintenance execution to maximize efficiency and reduce unplanned downtime. Coordinate with operations to ensure proper scheduling of maintenance windows. Manage the efficient use of resources (labor, materials, spare parts, and external services). Identify improvement opportunities and lead reliability initiatives with the Planner (root cause analysis, etc.). Develop and execute maintenance cost-reduction initiatives for assets (Benefits Capture System). Timely report maintenance and safety findings to supervisors. Oversee the proper management of work orders in the maintenance management system (CMMS – IWO). Conduct investigations with the Planning department related to equipment maintenance. Ensure the availability and accuracy of technical documentation, specifications, and drawings. Ensure compliance with international standards and best practices (API, ISO, OEM recommendations). Knowledge and Abilities: Academic Background: Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related fields. Experience: 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in Oil & Gas, port terminals, or process plants. Experience supervising technical teams and contractors. Technical Knowledge: Maintenance management (preventive, predictive, and corrective). Asset reliability (RCM, RCA). CMMS systems proficiency (SAP PM desirable). HSE regulations and international standards (API, ISO, etc.). Sector-specific equipment: pumps, tanks, piping, valves, loading/unloading systems, instrumentation and control, electrical systems (substations, MCCs, motors, lighting, power generation). Other: Must reside in the Northern area of Buenos Aires Province. Proficiency in IT tools: Microsoft Office suite and management systems.