Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager Job Description About Vanderlande Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, specializing in automated material handling systems for airports, warehouses, and parcel operations. Our innovative solutions help move millions of products and pieces of luggage around the world every day. With a strong focus on technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering reliable solutions for our customers while providing meaningful career opportunities for our employees. Position Summary: The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance operations of an Automated Baggage Handling System within a service contract environment. This includes managing maintenance personnel, coordinating support for Neighbor Island flight operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across all maintenance functions. This role ensures operational excellence by aligning with customer expectations, subcontractor capabilities, and internal performance standards. Essential Functions (Job Duties and Responsibilities): Works under the direction of the Service Manager to oversee site system maintenance for Individual Carrier System (ICS) and Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBB). Manages a small to normal sized maintenance contract. Manages team performing a variety of less interrelated activities. Manages the daily maintenance activities, leads and sets direction of the maintenance team including subcontractors. Participate in weekly, monthly and quarterly meetings with Service Manager, customers and corporate management to review performance, as needed. Responsible for the implementation and adherence of staff to our health and safety plan, training requirements and overall participation in the company health and safety program. Administer CMMS documentation for all maintenance work orders, PMs, Parts Inventory and labor hours. Improve capability and capacity of maintenance personnel. Plan and manage resources to ensure the cost-effective execution of system maintenance. Train, manage, and lead employee performance to ensure continuous improvement. Process administrative work that supports the maintenance and operational processes. Ensure a safe work environment for employees and ensure that safe work practices are utilized. Maintain, and enforce site specific policies and procedures including but not limited to: Communication plans, safety plans, contingency plans, attendance, quality control of craftsmanship, inventory management, training requirements, PLC code control (per TSA's PODS 4.2 guidelines). Track Operational KPIs with the use of SCADA, VIBES, ITMC and others. Assist Airport in administering spare parts allowance and airport audits of spare parts inventory. Promote training initiatives Generate standard operating procedures. Conduct BHS failures root cause assessments. Conduct ongoing BHS Assessments. Promote Equipment and vicinity cleanliness and good housekeeping practices. Provide written reports of any kind requested by the airport. Work with Service Manager to oversee and manage Site P&L to achieve budgetary cost and margin goals. Identifies recurring issues and elaborates ideas for improvement, i.e. the quality of work, performance of employees and cooperation with other departments. Sets priorities, distributes work, and monitors progress and quality. Improves departmental processes and performance of the crew. This may lead to people's development Liaise with operations manager on the impact of maintenance on the delivery of day-to-day operations. Liaise with VIBES Specialist, IT Engineer or Operator for system readiness and anticipate issues. Lead Safety team Required Education and Experience: 5+ years of experience with system operations management and managing employees, leading, motivating, and mentoring teams Experience with Control Systems and Networks Experience in material handling/conveyor systems industries. Experience adhering to and implementing customer contracts Experience coordinating training with a team; on-boarding; appraisals; recognition; recruiting etc. Proven track record of problem solving, taking on entrepreneurial challenges and simplifying the complex Other Requirements: Ability to pass 10-year background checks to the extent required by TSA and airport authorities is required. Must be able to attain and sustain an Airport ID Badge/ CBP Seal. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) field preferred Airport and Warehouse Operations experience Conveyor services or material handling services experience Knowledge-Skills-Abilities (Competencies): Strong client interface and professional presentation Ability to multitask Strong Microsoft office skills - Excel, Word Processing and Outlook Entrepreneurial attitude - problem solving and innovation Able to communicate (written and verbal) both within the organization Organizational and time management skills Capable of analyzing issues and developing solutions Strong work ethic, technical affinity, ability to grow and mentor as company expands Ability to be creative and innovative, and overcome objections and turn them into opportunity Confidence and professionalism in representing the Company Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. With the expectation to manage a 24/7 maintenance operation. Travel: This position may require travel from time to time - training purposes. Supervisory Responsibility: Oversee and Manage Maintenance Team and subcontractors Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can aspire to new heights, enjoy personal growth and thrive on achievement? At Vanderlande, we seek passionate and ambitious people capable of making a positive impact on our key customer projects while developing a successful and prosperous career in a challenging and rewarding international environment. We are the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports - from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi - and in the parcel market for leading players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services. If you aspire to a position of responsibility and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers, and businesses, the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be able to express yourself and become connected to our dedicated people, building strong relationships and rising to the challenge of industry-leading projects. You will grow, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure - and fulfill your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools, and support so that together we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers' expectations in over 100 countries. To achieve our collective goals, you will seize the initiative and have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products and improve the competitiveness of our highly visible customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future, please get in touch with us.