Leadership & Strategy:

- Lead, manage, and develop the Engineering & Maintenance team to drive plant operational excellence.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive maintenance strategy, ensuring a proactive approach to maintenance, asset integrity, and equipment reliability.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant performance and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Manage operating expenditure (OPEX) budgets for Engineering & Maintenance activities.

Maintenance & Reliability Management:

- Ensure all critical equipment and systems are maintained in optimal condition to meet production goals and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs, improving plant uptime and reliability.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive asset management strategy, including lifecycle management for critical equipment.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety:

- Ensure all maintenance activities are compliant with GMP, FDA, and other relevant pharmaceutical regulations.
- Promote a culture of safety and adherence to the highest environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards.
- Lead the investigation and resolution of any maintenance-related incidents,



ensuring timely and effective corrective actions.

Team Development & Talent Management:

- Mentor, train, and develop Engineering & Maintenance personnel, ensuring their skills and capabilities meet the evolving needs of the plant.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning within the team.
- Lead recruitment efforts to fill skill gaps within the department and drive talent development initiatives.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Coordination:

- Work closely with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain departments to ensure alignment between maintenance schedules and production plans.
- Collaborate with the plant leadership team to identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reductions, and productivity improvements.

Technology & Innovation:

- Identify and implement current technologies that improve equipment performance, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance production efficiency.
- Stay current with industry best practices, technology advancements, and emerging trends in pharmaceutical manufacturing and maintenance

📌 General Manager - Engineering & Maintenance (API) (Hyderabad)
🏢 Piramal Pharma
📍 Hyderabad