JAB Recruitment is hiring: Maintenance Manager (Heavy Equipment / Marine Constru

Maintenance Manager (Heavy Equipment / Marine Construction) – Freeport, TX

Position Overview

The Maintenance Manager is a field-based leadership role responsible for overseeing all company equipment, maintenance operations, and parts inventory across active projects. This position manages mechanics, engineers, and support personnel while working closely with company leadership to optimize equipment performance, reliability, and cost efficiency. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on technical expertise with dredging and heavy construction equipment, a proactive approach to maintenance planning, and a demonstrated commitment to safety and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment & Maintenance Operations

• Lead day-to-day maintenance operations for company equipment on active projects
• Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment servicing
• Track equipment condition, maintenance intervals, and lifecycle needs
• Ensure daily maintenance reports and logs are accurately completed and maintained

Crew Leadership & Management

• Supervise and manage maintenance personnel, including engineers, mechanics, and support staff
• Assign work, prioritize tasks, and ensure crews are properly trained and qualified
• Foster a productive, accountable, and safety-focused team environment

Safety & Compliance

• Implement and enforce safety procedures for equipment, vessels, and work sites
• Conduct routine safety inspections and address hazards immediately
• Promote continuous safety training and incident prevention

Technical Expertise & Troubleshooting

• Provide technical leadership and hands-on troubleshooting for equipment issues
• Apply knowledge of dredging equipment, land-based heavy equipment, hydraulics, electrical systems, and engines
• Support operational teams by optimizing equipment reliability and production performance

Parts & Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory of spare parts for all equipment
• Ensure project-critical parts are available on site
• Coordinate ordering, tracking, and restocking of parts to minimize downtime

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and submit maintenance reports and performance updates to company management
• Maintain accurate records for maintenance, repairs, inspections, and inventory

Cost Control & Efficiency

• Monitor maintenance and repair costs
• Identify cost overruns, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement
• Implement strategies to optimize resource utilization and equipment uptime

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in maintenance management for heavy equipment and/or marine construction environments
• Strong technical background in dredging equipment, hydraulics, electrical systems, and diesel engines
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing maintenance crews in the field
• Strong understanding of safety standards and best practices
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and reporting skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical personnel

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Retirement plan options
• Company vehicle and/or travel allowances (as applicable)
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Core Competencies

• Leadership and team development
• Safety-first mindset
• Problem-solving and technical troubleshooting
• Cost awareness and operational efficiency
• Clear, concise communication
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