The successful Maintenance Manager will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the Engineering Department, reporting directly into the Head of Engineering. You will lead a team and play a key role in driving performance, reliability, and continuous improvement within a FMCG environment.
Maintenance Manager key responsibilities include:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of multi-skilled engineers and contractors
Manage and deliver the site PPM strategy
Prioritise and allocate engineering workloads effectively
Oversee contractor management and site compliance
Take ownership of first and second line management duties, including appraisals and performance reviews
Drive engineering KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives
Provide hands-on technical leadership focused on reliability and downtime reduction
Support and deliver site engineering projects
Essentials for the Maintenance Manager:
Electrically biased engineer with a recognised apprenticeship background
Strong experience within FMCG or process manufacturing environments
Proven leadership and man management experience
Strong understanding of PPM systems and reliability engineering
Excellent problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach
Strong knowledge of health & safety and compliance standards
Full right to work in the UK
You’ll be joining a well-established and highly respected FMCG manufacturer known for quality, stability, and continued investment. This is an excellent opportunity for a key leadership role with genuine long-term development prospects
Salary description
£80000.00 - £85000.00 per year