About Our Best Practices in Maintenance Management Course 

Time Training Center’s 5-day, 30-hour course equips you with the skills to sustain asset performance, optimize operational efficiency, and ensure long-term reliability of industrial systems. This comprehensive training on Best Practices in Maintenance Management builds core competencies for both early-career and experienced professionals by introducing globally recognized maintenance frameworks and practical techniques.

You will gain a systematic understanding of maintenance functions, ranging from fundamental concepts to advanced strategies such as predictive maintenance, performance measurement, reliability analysis, and project planning. Through structured learning modules, the course covers preventative and proactive maintenance approaches, key performance indicators (KPIs), computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and continuous improvement methods.

Emphasizing real-world applications through industry case studies, the program ensures that you can apply learned concepts effectively in operational environments. By the end of this training, you will be equipped to design and implement maintenance programs that align with business goals, reduce costs, and enhance plant reliability and safety.

Best Practices in Maintenance Management  Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this Best Practices in Maintenance Management Course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the strategic role of maintenance in achieving operational excellence and quality objectives.
• Interpret key maintenance terms and standards used globally, including preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance strategies.
• Evaluate maintenance performance using advanced metrics such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Apply industry best practices for selecting, implementing, and optimizing maintenance strategies, including RCM and TPM.
• Leverage CMMS to enhance asset visibility, streamline maintenance workflows, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Conduct maintenance audits and benchmarking exercises to identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Utilize reliability engineering tools such as FMEA and fault tree analysis for systematic failure prevention.
• Plan and manage maintenance shutdowns, outages, and projects using proven project management techniques.
• Enhance teamwork and cross-functional collaboration to support a culture of reliability and performance improvement.
• Translate theoretical knowledge into practical actions through case studies and real-life application scenarios.

Who Should Attend Our  Best Practices in Maintenance Management Course?

This course is beneficial for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in maintenance planning, execution, and optimization, including:

• Maintenance Engineers
• Maintenance Planners and Supervisors
• Reliability Engineers
• CMMS Implementation Specialists
• Process and Operations Engineers
• Project Engineers involved in shutdown and maintenance projects
• Asset Management Professionals
• Technical Managers responsible for maintenance and plant reliability

Best Practices in Maintenance Management Course Training Methodology

We employ a comprehensive and applied learning strategy, integrating theory with real-world implementation:

• 30% Conceptual Learning: Expert-led sessions on catalytic theory and engineering principles
• 20% Interactive Workshops: Group exercises, presentations, and technical discussion forums
• 30% Case-Based Learning: Industry-specific examples and troubleshooting scenarios
• 20% Technology Integration: Digital tools, simulations, and catalyst modeling applications

Note: Instructors may adjust the training approach to fit technical requirements or participant engagement levels.

Best Practices in Maintenance Management Course Instructor

Our courses are delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive experience in both industry and academia. With decades of hands-on expertise across a wide range of technical disciplines, our instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, impactful training that equips participants with practical knowledge and skills they can immediately apply. Full instructor profiles are available upon request.

Best Practices in Maintenance Management Course Fees

The course fee includes the following:

• Course Materials: Comprehensive participant materials, including lecture notes, slides, and case study documents. (Tablet or IPAD)
• Coffee/Tea: Provided on arrival and during morning and afternoon breaks to keep participants refreshed.
• Buffet Lunch: Served daily to ensure participants have an opportunity to network and recharge during lunch breaks.

Best Practices in Maintenance Management  Course Outline

Module 1: Overview of Key Maintenance Work Processes

• Pre-test assessment of existing knowledge
• Introduction to maintenance management principles
• Definitions of maintenance-related terms from international standards
• Maintenance types: reactive, preventive, predictive, proactive, and improvement-based
• Establishing a robust maintenance control framework
• Key steps in implementing a preventative maintenance program
• Case studies: Analyzing failure events and lessons learned

Module 2: Maintenance Performance Metrics and Human Factors

• Defining and developing meaningful maintenance KPIs
• Understanding and calculating Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Introduction to Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) concepts
• Root cause analysis using the "5 Whys" method
• Promoting cross-functional teamwork in maintenance
• Industry case studies on performance improvement

Module 3: Reliability Concepts and Technical Tools in Maintenance

• Definitions and differences: reliability, availability, maintainability, and redundancy
• Understanding MTBF and MTTR
• The Bathtub Curve and its implications in asset management
• Conducting Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) for complex systems
• Applying Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) for critical assets

Module 4: Maintenance Management Systems and Strategic Approaches

• Overview of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Criteria for selecting the most suitable maintenance strategy
• Utilizing the Decision-Making Grid (DMG) in maintenance planning
• Integrating TPM, RCM, and Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM)
• Benchmarking internal performance against industry standards
• Cross-industry case studies on maintenance systems and strategy alignment

Module 5: Maintenance Planning, Project Execution, and Control

• Maintenance and turnaround project management principles
• Phases of maintenance projects: planning, execution, closure
• Utilizing project management tools for maintenance scheduling
• Critical Path Method (CPM) and resource planning for maintenance tasks
• Strategies for project crashing and effective resource allocation
• Coordinating multi-disciplinary teams for efficient project delivery

Module 6: Capstone and Assessment

• Review of Core Topics and Key Learnings
• Final Group Discussion and Q&A
• Post-Test Evaluation
• Certificate Presentation

Course Completion Certificate

Upon successfully completing the Best Practices in Maintenance Management Course at Time Training Center, participants will receive an official Course Completion Certificate. This certificate recognizes their knowledge, practical skills, and competence in applying effective maintenance strategies to improve reliability, efficiency, and safety in industrial operations.