Head of Maintenance – Palin, Guatemala

About the role

We are seeking a Head of Maintenance for our plant in Palin, Guatemala. The role is responsible for preserving and ensuring the optimal performance of all machinery and facilities, supporting our purpose‑driven mission to build sustainable environments.

Key responsibilities

• Guarantee production operations in line with demand and planning schedules.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance to keep equipment operational.
• Oversee infrastructure upkeep and drive continuous improvement of plant facilities.
• Manage maintenance budgets and CAPEX execution while ensuring cost control.
• Identify environmental aspects, hazards and risks through field reviews.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering, mechanical maintenance management, equipment reliability and plant problem solving.
• Strong critical and strategic thinking with proven people‑development and negotiation abilities.
• Experience in complex industrial environments and ability to improve inefficient processes.
• Proficiency in English (minimum B1 level).

Required skills

• Mechanical maintenance management.
• Equipment reliability and troubleshooting.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance planning.
• CAPEX budgeting and execution.
• Environmental risk and hazard identification.
• Process engineering concepts.

What we offer

• A purpose‑driven workplace focused on sustainable infrastructure.
• Collaborative culture that values diversity, innovation and calculated risk‑taking.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a global organization.