Repairs and Maintenance Lead - Operations, Middle Mile, SPX Express (Paranaque)

About the team

We are seeking a highly skilled and organized Repairs and Maintenance Lead to oversee the maintenance, safety, and operational readiness of our commercial truck fleet. In this role, you will lead a team of technicians, manage the maintenance budget, ensure strict safety and regulatory compliance, and optimize fleet uptime. The ideal candidate blends strong mechanical expertise with strategic planning, budgeting, and leadership skills to keep our delivery schedules running smoothly and efficiently.

What you'll do

1. Maintenance Planning & Strategy

• Develop, implement, and execute a comprehensive preventive maintenance program to maximize fleet lifespan and minimize unscheduled downtime.
• Strategically plan and schedule routine maintenance tasks to ensure minimal disruption to daily delivery schedules and logistics operations.

2. Truck Fleet Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Coordinate and perform routine inspections, servicing, and repairs across the entire truck fleet.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
• Oversee the tracking and documentation of vehicle performance trends to preemptively address recurring mechanical issues.

3. Financial & Budget Management

• Manage the truck maintenance budget, including accurate cost estimation, expense tracking, and financial forecasting.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to optimize expenditures without compromising fleet safety or quality.
• Identify, track, and process reimbursable maintenance expenses.

4. Inventory & Vendor Management

• Maintain a real-time, comprehensive inventory of all trucks, clearly tracking units that are actively running versus those down for breakdown repairs.
• Manage an organized stock of essential spare parts and shop supplies to minimize repair delays.
• Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers for specialized services and parts procurement; evaluate vendor performance and negotiate service contracts.
• 5. Safety, Compliance & Documentation
  Ensure all maintenance shop activities adhere strictly to local safety regulations, environmental laws, and industry standards.
• Implement safety training programs and enforce workshop best practices for the maintenance team.
• Promptly investigate, document, and report any safety incidents or compliance violations.
• Maintain meticulous records of all vehicle histories, maintenance activities, and critical regulatory documents (including OR/CRs, permits, and registration renewals).
• Generate regular reports on maintenance performance metrics and overall equipment reliability for upper management.

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a dedicated team of truck maintenance technicians.
• Provide ongoing technical guidance, training, and professional support to team members.
• Establish clear performance goals, monitor daily progress, and conduct regular performance evaluations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Technology is an advantage.
• At least 2–3 years of experience in team management that is responsible for truck or heavy vehicle repairs, preferably in a logistics or transport operations setting.
• Strong understanding of truck systems and repair diagnostics.
• Good communication and coordination skills, especially in working with third-party vendors.
• Amenable to be assign in Paranaque