Maintenance Manager

Job Purpose
To lead the engineering function at the Sandy site by managing a team of engineers and ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all plant, equipment and facilities. The role is responsible for driving engineering performance, improving asset reliability, supporting operational efficiency and delivering continuous improvement while remaining hands-on when required.

Key Responsibilities
Lead, coach and develop the site engineering team.
Ensure planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities are delivered effectively to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.
Drive engineering KPIs, asset performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Work closely with Operations to prioritise workloads, improve production efficiency and maintain product quality.
Manage the engineering operating budget and support capital investment planning.
Support the sourcing, installation and commissioning of new equipment and engineering projects.
Identify and implement engineering improvements to reduce costs, improve reliability and increase operational efficiency.
Develop preventative maintenance strategies and promote autonomous maintenance.
Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors and suppliers.
Ensure engineering records, maintenance systems and documentation are maintained accurately.
Provide engineering support to meet changing business requirements.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture.
Ensure engineering activities comply with all legal, food safety, quality, environmental and company standards.
Work with the HSE Manager to maintain Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work and contractor controls.
Provide engineering input into machinery modifications and projects in line with CDM Regulations.
Person Specification
Essential
Experience in an engineering or maintenance leadership role.
Recognised Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering qualification.
Experience within FMCG, manufacturing or another fast-paced production environment.
Proven experience leading and developing engineering teams.
Strong knowledge of planned preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.
Excellent problem-solving, communication and organisational skills.
Ability to manage budgets, priorities and engineering projects.
Desirable
Electrical qualification.
Experience delivering capital projects and equipment installations.
Knowledge of CMMS and engineering KPI reporting.
Key Competencies
Leadership and team development.
Strong influencing and decision-making skills.
Analytical and data-driven approach.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Effective planning and organisation.
Resilient, adaptable and results focused.