About the role

The Deputy General Manager will lead and oversee all engineering operations, including maintenance programs and energy efficiency projects. They are responsible for ensuring machine downtime KPIs are met and managing spare parts inventory to maintain plant reliability.

What they look for

Industrial engineering Maintenance management Equipment reliability Operational excellence Continuous improvement Preventive maintenance Predictive maintenance Energy efficiency Spare parts management Inventory management Electrical engineering Mechanical engineering Electronic engineering Report handling Team management

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering. A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in fabric production, is required.

Benefits

Performance driven rewards

Full description

Vacancy at Hayleys Group

Hayleys Group is amongst Sri Lanka's largest, and most respected diversified conglomerates with a turnover in excess of USD 1.7 Billion. To explore the World of Hayleys, visit us at: www.hayleys.com.

Hayleys Fabric PLC

Hayleys Fabric PLC, a Subsidiary of Hayleys PLC, situated at Neboda, Horana, is the largest fabric manufacturer with a combined capacity of two fully owned manufacturing facilities. We produce nearly six million meters per month.

We are looking for engineers with industry experience (preferably fabric). Remuneration will depend on your experience and is negotiable.

Deputy General Manager - Engineering

We are looking for a dynamic and technically accomplished engineering professional to lead and oversee the Engineering function of our fabric manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise, extensive experience in industrial engineering and maintenance management, and a proven track record of driving equipment reliability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities –

Ensure machine downtime KPI’s are met.

Lead and coordinate all Engineering operations across the fabric manufacturing plant.

Plan and execute of all preventive maintenance and predictive maintenance programs.

Lead and initiate cost saving and energy efficiency projects across the plant.

Coordinate with suppliers and manage spare parts and inventory requirements.

Monitor plant efficiency and reliability and maintain engineering quality standards.

Candidate Profile –

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.

Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing (preferably fabric) environment.

Strong knowledge of industrial machinery, utilities and maintenance management systems.

Computer literacy and report handling skills.

Ability to work independently and manage teams effectively.

If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this challenging role, please submit your application accordingly. The closing date for applications is 16th September 2026.

Pay and benefits of this above position will be competitive and the rewards are performance driven. Hayleys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.