Job Description

Maintenance / Engineering Manager

Dual Site | 🕒 Days (6:00–16:00 Mon–Fri + flexibility)

 Lead. Improve. Deliver.

We’re looking for a driven Maintenance / Engineering Manager to take ownership of engineering operations across two busy manufacturing sites. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive reliability, reduce downtime, and push performance to the next level.

⚙️ What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and develop a high-performing maintenance team
• Own plant reliability, uptime, and engineering performance
• Drive PPM, RCM & TPM strategies
• Use OEE data to improve productivity and reduce downtime
• Manage budgets, resources, and maintenance planning
• Oversee breakdowns, repairs, and emergency response
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Manage contractors, suppliers, and critical spares
• Champion health & safety, compliance, and best practice
• Build a culture of continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in maintenance/engineering management
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics & pneumatics
• Ability to lead teams and deliver results under pressure
• Organised, proactive, and commercially aware
• Confident decision-maker with a hands-on approach
• Experience in heavy industry (foundry ideal, not essential)

Bonus Skills

• PLC / basic electrical knowledge
• FLT / MEWP / lifting & slinging
• First Aid / Fire Safety
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, systems)

Why Join?

• Key leadership role with real impact
• Fast-paced, no two days the same
• Opportunity to shape engineering strategy
• Stable, long-term position with growth potential

If you’re ready to lead from the front and make a real difference, apply now!