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Engineering Maintenance Manager (Ossett), Glasgow
Client: Kerry
Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 7
Posted: 26.04.2025
Expiry Date: 10.06.2025
Job Description:
Requisition ID: 58542
Position Type: FT Probation
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite
About the role
We have an exciting new opportunity to lead our engineering maintenance team and ensure smooth operations at our Ossett facility. Join Kerry Dairy Ireland to drive innovation and excellence in a dynamic environment. Make your mark with us today!
What will I be doing?
* Demonstrating leadership in health & safety. Ensures all engineering and maintenance activities on site comply with national & Kerry Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental standards and legal requirements.
* Leading a high performing engineering team through effective leadership, coaching, people management, development and succession plans.
* Creating maintenance schedules and delegating tasks to team/contractors.
* Conducting site inspections and identifying areas requiring extra maintenance work.
* Performing minor on-site repairs – not being afraid to get hands on!
* Scheduling contractors for major repairs as required.
* Discussing and communicating maintenance concerns with other Teams/areas of the business.
* Staying on-call and responding to emergency maintenance needs.
* Developing maintenance contracts to budget, negotiating vendor contracts.
* Controlling and monitoring inventory.
* Coordinating work performed by outside vendors/contractors.
* Stores and Systems Management (CMMS).
What do I need to be successful?
In Kerry Dairy Ireland, we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. To succeed in this role, we look for the right competencies and aptitudes, along with a proven track record in a similar environment.
* HNC (or higher) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
* A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Supervisory/Managerial role within Engineering/Maintenance.
* Significant experience managing contracts and ensuring value for money.
* Experience in food or FMCG manufacturing is highly desirable.
* Technical understanding of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems for planning and troubleshooting.
* Good verbal communication skills, including active listening and translating complex information.
* Organisational skills for scheduling maintenance and ensuring job completion, even during emergencies.
* Attention to detail to prevent minor site problems from becoming major issues.
What will I get in return?
At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we believe in empowering talented, curious people to make a difference. We foster a team environment that inspires food and nourishes life, encouraging innovation and excellence. We want you to achieve your full potential.
* 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
* Single coverage private medical insurance
* Matched pension scheme
* Benefits platform with discounts and cashback on major retailers.
About Kerry Dairy Ireland
Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a strong presence in consumer foods and dairy ingredients. We focus on sustainability and innovation, partnering with local farms to produce high-quality dairy products. With over 50 years of experience, we are a key player in the global food industry, with a portfolio of leading dairy brands.
Our dairy comes from Irish farms with one of the lowest carbon footprints worldwide. We are committed to shaping the future of dairy through expertise, innovation, and sustainability, serving diverse stakeholders.
Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple facilities in Ireland and have a global presence with over 1,600 employees across several countries. In 2024, our turnover was approximately €1.3 billion.
Get in touch today!
We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. Our recruitment process is merit-based, and we do not discriminate on any protected characteristic. Beware of scams; we will not ask for payment or solicit candidates through unofficial channels.
Note: We do not accept CVs from unapproved recruitment agencies or pay recruiter fees outside our official processes.
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