Mechanical Supervisor

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Mechanical Supervisor Location: Manufacturing Facility, Colombo Department: Engineering Reports To: Engineering Manager (Colombo Site) / Factory Manager / Projects Engineer Employment Type: Full-Time Contract Duration: As per Service Agreement Term Position Overview The Mechanical Supervisor will be responsible for leading and supervising mechanical maintenance and operational activities at the Client's manufacturing facility. This role requires ensuring all mechanical systems, equipment, and installations operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with the Client's standards, international requirements, and all applicable Sri Lankan regulations. The position demands strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

1. Supervision and Leadership Supervise and provide technical leadership to mechanical technicians and other service provider personnel assigned to mechanical maintenance activities Plan, assign, and monitor daily work activities of the mechanical maintenance team Conduct daily Direction Setting Meetings to review previous day's performance and plan current day's activities Ensure adequate staffing levels and skill coverage across all shifts and operational periods Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing coaching and development support Ensure all team members adhere to the Client's safety regulations, operational procedures, and quality standards 2. Mechanical Systems Maintenance and Operation Boiler Systems & Steam Distribution: Oversee operation of Stone Danks Boiler (10,000 Lb @ 150 psi) and Forbes Marshall Boiler (10,000 Lb @ 150 psi) Ensure steam availability for production operations from 6:00 AM through end of shift Monitor and maintain condensate recovery systems and flash steam recovery systems Supervise inspection and maintenance of steam traps, shut-off valves, control valves, and pressure gauges throughout the steam distribution network Ensure proper operation of make-up tanks, feed water systems, and water treatment plants Monitor Furnace Fuel Oil (FFO) distribution system, including pumps, storage tanks, day tanks, and oil heater units Update boiler logbooks hourly with FFO consumption, water consumption, steam consumption, stack temperature, and feed water temperature Monitor daily FFO stock levels and report to Engineering Management by 8:30 AM Coordinate annual boiler inspections and certifications with independent boiler surveyors Ensure weekly boiler feed water and blow-down water sampling and testing Compressed Air Systems: Oversee operation and maintenance of main site compressors (Compressor No. 1, 2, and 3) Ensure compressed air network reliability for SMD and other production areas Manage air dryer units and maintain required air quality standards Monitor and maintain all soft links, flex links, and distribution systems Vacuum Systems: Supervise operation of centralized vacuum plant including Nash Vacuum pumps (No. 1 and 2) Maintain vacuum reservoir and distribution systems Oversee CDEU (Central Dust Extraction Unit) operations and tobacco feed plants Ensure proper operation of large fan assemblies (6 units) and check for vibration and noise Material Handling Equipment: Supervise forklift operations and battery-operated material handling equipment Ensure proper