Maintenance Manager

4 Days Old

Join this well-respected and fast growing food manufacturer!
As Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for leading the engineering and maintenance function across the site, ensuring all equipment, machinery, and facilities operate safely, reliably, and efficiently.
Overseeing a 24-hour, 5-day operation across three shifts, the Maintenance Manager will ensure robust planned preventative maintenance (PPM), effective reactive maintenance, and continuous improvement of plant performance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage multi-shift engineering teams in a 24/5 operation
* Deliver effective planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
* Maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime
* Drive improvements in performance, efficiency, and OEE
* Conduct root cause analysis and implement continuous improvement initiatives
* Support capital projects, upgrades, and new installations
* Ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety standards (BRC, HACCP)
* Manage audits, maintenance records, and statutory inspections
* Oversee contractor management and supplier relationships
* Develop team capability through training and performance management
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a Maintenance/Engineering Manager role within food manufacturing
* Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge
* Experience in multi-shift or 24/7 operations
* Solid understanding of PPM, asset management, and maintenance systems
* Knowledge of H&S and food safety regulations
* Lean or reliability engineering experience (desirable)
Benefits:
* 31 days holiday (rising with service) + birthday leave
* Health cash plan, pension scheme
* Range of Enhanced family leave policies
* Employee assistance programme
* Free parking and staff perks
Next Steps
To apply for this Engineering Manager role, click apply or contact Ambrose Joharchi quoting reference AJ/6223
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Location:
Wythenshawe
Salary:
£60,000 - £63,000 /annum +Bonus + Pension + Healthcare
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing/Surveying

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