Job Description

Job Title:

Maintenance In-charge

Department

: Operations & Maintenance

Reports To

: General In-charge / Director - Technical/Operations

Job Summary:

The Maintenance In-charge is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair operations of the public transport bus fleet to ensure maximum vehicle availability, efficiency, and safety. The role involves full accountability for the Profit and Loss (P&L) of the maintenance department, including material management (repairable, non-repairable, scrap, and new materials), cost control, and warranty compliance. The In-charge must monitor and optimize key consumption and performance metrics to reduce downtime, minimize operational costs, and maximize reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintenance Planning & Execution

Plan and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance of buses.

Ensure availability of spares, tools, and manpower to minimize downtime.

Track vehicle off-road (VOR) incidents and ensure swift resolution.

2. Material Management

Accountable for procurement, usage, and inventory control of:

o Repairable and non-repairable parts

o Scrap disposal

o New materials - verification and quality checks

Ensure compliance with material warranty conditions.

Maintain records of material usage as per job cards and material cost per kilometer.

3. Performance Metrics Monitoring

Responsible for tracking, analyzing, and optimizing the following parameters:

Category

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Tyres

Tyre Run KM, New Tyres Consumed, Rate of New Tyre Consumption per Lakh KM, RTD Tyre Consumed, Rate of RTD Tyre Consumption per Lakh KM

Fuel

CNG Consumed, CNG Average KM per KG

Lubricants & Fluids

Total Engine Oil Consumed, Engine Oil for Top-Up (LTRS), Gear Oil, Coolant Oil, Clutch Oil, Differential Oil, Transmission Oil, Steering Oil, Battery Water

Efficiency

KM per Liter (KPL) for each lubricant and fluid mentioned above

Electricals

Battery Consumption

Breakdowns & Losses

Number of Breakdowns (BD), Breakdown Rate per 10,000 KM, Breakdown Penalty Amount, Infraction Amount, Revenue Loss, Kilometers Cancelled

4. Financial Accountability

? Full ownership of Maintenance Department P&L.

? Optimize cost of spares and services.

? Track and report:

o Cost of Material Consumption

o Material Cost per KM

o Breakdown-related penalties and revenue losses

5. Staff Management

? Lead, train, and motivate the maintenance staff and workshop team.

? Ensure compliance with safety and maintenance SOPs.

6. Reporting & Compliance

? Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports on all KPIs listed above.

? Ensure accurate records of all repairs, part replacements, and material usage.

? Liaise with auditors and internal departments to ensure transparency.

Required Qualifications:

? Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering

? Minimum 10+ years of experience in maintenance of commercial vehicles, preferably in public transport or fleet management

? Strong knowledge of automotive systems, inventory controls, and cost analysis.

Key Skills:

? Strong technical knowledge of buses, systems, and spare parts

? Analytical and data-driven approach

? Inventory and cost control

? Leadership and team management

? Good knowledge of warranty claim processes

? Proficient in MS Excel and fleet maintenance software

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?50,000.00 - ?80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Schedule:

Day shift Morning shift Night shift Rotational shift
Work Location: In person