1. Conducting thorough root cause analysis after each incident 2. Implementing a tiered response system for different severity levels 3. Developing and regularly updating equipment-specific maintenance plans 4. Establishing clear escalation procedures for complex issues 5. Investing in predictive maintenance technologies 6. Creating cross-functional teams for major maintenance projects 7. Setting up a centralized system for tracking maintenance history 8. Providing ongoing training for both operators and maintenance staff 9. Regularly reviewing and optimizing maintenance processes 10. Benchmarking against industry best practices These strategies foster a proactive approach to equipment reliability and operational continuity.

Scheduling and performing regular inspections of equipment Conducting regular cleaning of buildings, grounds, and assets Lubricating moving parts to reduce wear and tear Adjusting controls for optimal performance and energy efficiency Repairing and replacing any defective equipment parts.

Closely collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure swift diagnosis and resolution of the issue. Prioritise open communication to affirm the team that we can align on the root cause and develop an efficient action plan. Additionally, I would work with them to schedule any necessary repairs during non-peak hours to reduce impact on operations. Regularly reviewing maintenance schedules and conducting preventive maintenance will also help prevent future downtime and keep operations running smoothly.

1. Establish Clear Communication - Set up regular meetings to discuss current machine performance and potential issues. 2. Implement a Predictive Maintenance Strategy - Work together to gather and analyze machine data to predict failures before they happen. 3. Create a Maintenance Schedule - Develop a routine maintenance calendar, including inspections and servicing. 4. Conduct Training- Organize training sessions for operators on basic troubleshooting to resolve minor issues instantly. 5. Document Issues and Solutions - Keep detailed records of downtime incidents, causes, and resolutions. 6. Develop Contingency Plans - Create and rehearse response plans for different types of machine failures.

"Proactive collaboration between operations and maintenance is the foundation of sustained productivity." Unforeseen circumstances will cause downtime, even with our preventive maintenance efforts, here's how I manage the situation: -Work closely with the maintenance team to diagnose the root cause quickly. -Shift workforce to other priority tasks, minimizing idle time and maintaining productivity in unaffected areas. -Implement backup plans, such as using alternate machinery or outsourcing temporarily. -Keep all stakeholders informed about progress and revised timelines. -Post-incident, conduct a review to refine preventive maintenance practices and avoid recurrence.