Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead engineering and reliability within a fast-paced, highly automated food manufacturing environment.
Reporting to the Factory Manager, this role is responsible for driving maintenance strategy, improving asset performance, and leading a team of engineers to deliver high levels of efficiency, reliability, and safety across the site.
Client Details
My client is a premium food brand known for its fruit-based preserves and desserts, this company combines simple, natural ingredients with large-scale manufacturing expertise.
Its products are widely recognised for their focus on minimal processing, with a culture built around hands-on leadership, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality food at scale.
Description
Leadership & People Management
- Lead, develop, and structure the engineering team to meet site objectives
- Manage recruitment, onboarding, and training of engineering staff
- Assess team capability and implement development plans
- Promote a proactive, collaborative, and high-performance culture
Maintenance & Reliability
- Lead and deliver the preventive maintenance strategy across the site
- Ensure effective use of the CMMS to plan, track, and optimise maintenance activities
- Drive improvements in equipment reliability and uptime
- Analyse breakdowns, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
- Maintain accurate equipment history and performance data
Operational Performance
- Collaborate with production and technical teams to optimise line performance
- Support delivery of key KPIs including efficiency, downtime, energy usage, and cost control
- Oversee spare parts management and maintenance budgets
- Ensure maintenance activities are delivered in the most cost-effective manner
Continuous Improvement & Projects
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and operations
- Support the introduction of new equipment and technologies
- Work alongside project teams to ensure smooth integration of new assets
- Prepare engineering teams for ongoing maintenance of new installations
Utilities, Sustainability & Compliance
- Oversee site utilities and energy systems
- Support sustainability initiatives, including energy and emissions targets
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards
- Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture
Profile
- Proven experience in a Head of / Maintenance Manager role within manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of both mechanical and electrical engineering
- Experience working in highly automated production environments
- A hands-on leader with excellent people management and communication skills
- Strong problem-solving ability with a continuous improvement mindset
- Confident using maintenance management systems and data-driven tools
- Able to react quickly and effectively in a fast-paced, short lead-time environment
Job Offer
- A competitive salary ranging from 80000 to (phone number removed) per annum
- Relocation paid if needed
- Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request)
- A supportive and forward-thinking company culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
