Equipment Reliability Specialist

Are you a seasoned engineering professional who thrives on keeping complex plant assets running - reliably,safelyand efficiently?

We'relooking for anengineering asset and maintenance specialistto ensure the effective management, maintenance and operational availability for 100-150 pieces of engineering plant and equipment (ranging from £5,000 to £3M in value).

You'llmanage internal technicians, externalcontractorsand the full maintenance lifecycle - ensuring uptime,complianceand continuous improvement.

Whatyou'llbe doing

• Develop and oversee asset-management strategies and maintenance schedules (using CMMS).
• Monitor asset performance,reliabilityand lifecycle costs - recommend improvements.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions when issues arise.
• Ensure all work meets safety, regulatory and quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001, 45001).
• Manage and optimise the annual maintenance budget.
• Lead and support maintenance technician(s); coordinate external contractors & suppliers.
• Act as key liaison between Engineering, Estates, Operations, Procurement and Quality teams.

Whatwe'relookingfor

• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, AssetManagementor related discipline - or proventrack recordin similar roles
• Demonstrable experience managing engineering assets and maintenance teams
• Experience with maintenance best practices, regulatorycomplianceand contractor management
• Budget management skills and familiarity with CMMS
• Strong ownership and accountability - you drive real-world results
• Excellent communicator and collaborator - can engage stakeholders at all levels
• Proactive mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement,safetyand reliability

Join us and take charge of a critical maintenance and asset-management function - ensuring our engineering plantoperatesat its best, safely,sustainablyand reliably.

Please see the attached job description for more details.

Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 4th January 2026

Whatdoweofferinreturn

Hybrid and flexible working as standard, annual salary reviews, company paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great people, honor ary staff status at the University of Bristol. With a genuine focus on wellbeing, EDI and learning and development this is a chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future.

We see your future in ours. Apply now.