Area Maintenance Manager

Job details

Posted 06 October 2026


Salary USD Negotiable


Start date 30 November 2026


Location Dublin


Job type Permanent


Discipline Automotive


Reference 170505


Job Function Maintenance Manager

Title:

Area Mainteannce Manager

Location:

Dublin, VA

Employment:

Full time/Direct hire

Industry:

Manufacturing/heavy trucking

Summary

As an Area Maintenance Manager, you will play an essential role in supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the manufacturing facility. You will lead and develop the Maintenance organization within your assigned area, partnering closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to support both day-to-day operations and long-term business objectives.

Responsibilities

+ Lead the Maintenance organization to achieve established safety, quality, delivery, cost, and performance KPIs, including activities related to Autonomous and Professional Maintenance.

+ Lead, develop, coach, and engage Maintenance team members to build capability, strengthen accountability, and continuously improve performance.

+ Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of the Volvo Production System (VPS), including standardized ways of working, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and employee involvement.

+ Ensure effective maintenance strategies and practices are in place to support equipment reliability, uptime, and operational performance.

+ Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and other functions to identify opportunities, resolve issues, and achieve plant objectives.

+ Provide leadership and oversight for maintenance projects, investments, equipment improvements, renovations, and other initiatives supporting current and future business needs.

+ Support workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and organizational capability building within the Maintenance function.

+ Establish and maintain a long-term maintenance roadmap, balancing immediate operational needs with mid- and long-term priorities.

+ Ensure alignment and execution of plant strategy and policy deployment through all levels of the organization.

+ Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, continuous improvement, accountability, and respect.

+ Build strong relationships with employees, leaders, internal partners, and other stakeholders to create an environment of trust and shared ownership.

+ Monitor trends and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement and make informed decisions that support business and operational goals.

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

+ Five (5) years of management experience in a manufacturing environment

+ OR a minimum of eight (8) years of combined education and supervisory/management experience.

+ Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.


We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.