Our client is a global exporter supplying food ingredients to customers in the UK and around the world.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

As a Maintenance Manager at a leading manufacturing company, you'll oversee a team of 16 engineers in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. This hands-on leadership role combines strategic planning with operational execution, driving performance, reliability, and continuous improvement across the site.

Leading and developing a multi-skilled engineering team

Managing the engineering budget and CAPEX projects

Overseeing maintenance, workflow, and resource planning

Supporting continuous improvement and lean initiatives

Driving uptime and production efficiency

Providing hands-on support when needed

Managing key accounts and stakeholder relationships

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Strong electrical bias with technical knowledge of PLCs

Proven experience in managing engineering teams in FMCG or heavy manufacturing

Hands-on leadership experience with strong team-building and upskilling capabilities

Experience managing CAPEX projects and engineering budgets

Background in plant machinery maintenance

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strategic mindset with a focus on operational excellence

Desirable Skills:

Proficiency in PLC systems (Siemens, Mitsubishi)

Familiarity with lean methodologies and CI projects

Experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments

Strong decision-making and motivational leadership abilities

Benefits Include:

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Holidays

Life insurance

Company pension plan
If you believe you are a great fit for this role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now