Maintenance Manager

Location: NeedhamSalary: £55,000Job Type: Full Time, PermanentHours: Monday Friday (40hrs including 1 in 4 Saturdays)We are recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the engineering function within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This pivotal role will be responsible for maximising equipment reliability, developing and delivering the site's maintenance strategy, leading engineering teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).Key ResponsibilitiesLead all engineering and maintenance activities, ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety, including Safe Systems of Work, LOTO procedures, risk assessments, and compliance with statutory requirementsDevelop, implement, and continuously improve Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programmes across all plant and equipmentDrive improvements in machine reliability, uptime and OEE through effective maintenance planning and root cause analysisCoordinate engineering response to breakdowns, minimising production downtime and ensuring rapid resolution of issuesLead, coach, and develop Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, apprentices, and contractors to build a high-performing engineering teamManage contractor activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with company standardsSupport the installation, commissioning and optimisation of new equipment while developing long-term asset lifecycle plansManage critical spare parts inventory, maintaining appropriate stock levels and ensuring availability of key componentsControl engineering budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities and improve maintenance efficiency through data-led decision makingMaintain engineering documentation, maintenance records, and quality standards to ensure equipment consistently meets production requirementsLead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, safety, productivity, condition-based monitoring, and waste reductionAbout YouTime-served Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent qualificationSignificant experience within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environmentStrong mechanical and electrical fault-finding capabilityProven experience developing and implementing PPM strategiesExcellent root cause analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsStrong planning, organisation, and prioritisation abilitiesExperience leading, motivating, and developing engineering teamsHigh level of Health & Safety awareness and knowledge of safe isolation proceduresHNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering would be advantageousWhats on Offer?Competitive salary and benefits packageOngoing training and development opportunitiesCareer progression within a growing businessOpportunity to make a significant impact on site performance and engineering excellenceTPBN1_UKTJ