Job Title: Maintenance Engineering Manager

Contact: Conor OHagan

Description:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Maintenance Engineering Manager to join a leading manufacturing organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing engineering team, optimise plant performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The successful Maintenance Engineering Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational efficiency, minimising downtime, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Role:

1. Competitive salary of up to £60,000, depending on experience.
2. Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled engineering team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
3. Comprehensive benefits package, including a generous pension scheme and employee discounts.

The Role:

As the Maintenance Engineering Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage the on-site engineering team, ensuring optimal performance and productivity.
• Oversee daily breakdowns and implement preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime.
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring issues and train the team to adopt similar problem-solving techniques.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to achieve daily operational targets.
• Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives and manage small capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, enforce site rules, and manage contractor and visitor control measures.
• Provide technical support to the team and keep senior management informed of significant issues.
• Coach and mentor team members, managing performance, training, holidays, and absences.
• Track engineering KPIs and develop action plans to achieve targets and drive continuous improvement.
• Act as a deputy for the Site Engineering Manager when required.

The Person:

The ideal candidate for this Maintenance Engineering Manager role will have:

• 3-5 years of experience managing a team within a manufacturing environment.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g., Engineering Degree, HND, or a time-served apprenticeship).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• A solid understanding of health and safety regulations and legislation related to engineering.
• Excellent project and cost management skills.
• Experience with change management processes and new technologies.
• Previous experience in an FMCG production environment (desirable).

The Reward:

• Salary: Up to £60,000, depending on experience.
• Benefits:
  • 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
  • Matched employer pension contributions of up to 10% and life assurance.
  • On-site parking for convenience.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support services, including counselling and financial guidance.
  • Cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Exclusive discounts through the company’s discount scheme, offering savings at over 500 retailers, including Asda, Tesco, Currys, and Argos.
• Culture: Join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, teamwork, and professional development.

Next Steps:

For further information and to apply for this Maintenance Engineering Manager role, please contact Conor OHagan, Visit our website to explore a full list of opportunities tailored to your expertise.

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Salary is usually negotiable, and the details listed are to be used as a guide, based on factors such as your experience and expertise.
We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response.