Job Description:
Maintenance Manager
Salary - Up to £65,000 + bonus
Location - Leicestershire
We are delighted to be working alongside a progressive and well-invested FMCG manufacturer in the search for a Maintenance Manager to enhance engineering performance and drive operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing day-to-day engineering operations, ensuring effective task allocation and smooth delivery of maintenance and project work.
- Strengthen maintenance performance by improving planned preventative maintenance systems and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Analyse repeat equipment issues, introduce sustainable solutions, and develop team capability in fault finding and technical problem solving.
- Collaborate closely with production, quality, and compliance teams to meet performance targets while maintaining audit compliance and regulatory standards.
- Uphold a strong health and safety culture by enforcing site procedures, managing contractors, and ensuring full adherence to HSE policies.
- Lead and develop the engineering team through coaching, performance management, and effective planning to ensure high standards and consistent delivery.
Requirements
- Recognised engineering qualification (e.g. BTEC, NVQ or higher) within a relevant discipline.
- Proven experience managing engineering teams, with the ability to inspire, engage, and develop individuals.
- Solid understanding of compliance, including health & safety and legal requirements, with experience supporting audits.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple departments.
- Excellent organisational skills, capable of managing priorities and making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Hands-on experience a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
If this opportunity is of interest, please apply directly or contact Duke on (phone number removed) for further details.