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Maintenance Manager

South West England Permanent £80,000 - £100,000 per year View 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.
  • Lead engineering on a highly automated, high-growth site
  • Real influence over performance, people, and continuous improvement

About Our Client

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.

Job 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



The Successful Applicant

  • 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

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary ranging from £80000 to £100000 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



Contact
Beth Horsley
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7019004
Phone number
+44 113 243 7721

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Maintenance, Reliability
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
South West England
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Beth Horsley
Consultant phone
+44 113 243 7721
Job reference
JN-052026-7019004