Group CMMS Project Manager (Maintenance Reliability)
Multi-site | Hybrid Working | Northern Ireland
Hunter Savage is delighted to be partnering with a leading, well-established FMCG organisation to recruit a Group CMMS Project Manager. This is a key strategic hire, offering the opportunity to lead a group-wide maintenance transformation programme across multiple manufacturing sites.
Why this role stands out (Top 3 reasons to apply)
1. High-impact role – Lead the full rollout of a CMMS platform across a major multi-site operation
2. Strategic & visible position – Work closely with senior stakeholders across Engineering, IT, Operations & Finance
3. Hybrid & flexible working – Autonomy with a modern, supportive working environment
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Operational Technology, you will take ownership of the deployment and long-term success of a CMMS platform across all manufacturing sites. You’ll drive standardisation of maintenance processes, improve asset reliability, and embed a data-driven maintenance culture across the Group.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead end-to-end CMMS implementation across multiple sites
* Develop and standardise maintenance workflows (PMs, work orders, asset data, failure codes)
* Establish asset hierarchies, data standards, and governance structures
* Oversee asset data migration, validation, and ongoing data quality
* Create and maintain maintenance documentation (SOPs, job plans, BOMs)
* Align spare parts and inventory processes with Procurement and Engineering teams
* Deliver training and support to drive system adoption across sites
* Build KPIs, dashboards, and reporting to track maintenance performance
* Support reliability initiatives (RCA, FMECA, PM optimisation)
* Act as a key driver of change and continuous improvement across the business
What we’re looking for
* Proven experience implementing or managing a CMMS (Fiix highly desirable)
* Strong understanding of maintenance planning, asset management, and engineering workflows
* Experience working across multi-site or complex environments
* Demonstrated success in change management and system adoption
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
* Strong project management and organisational ability
* Right to work in the UK
Desirable
* Background in FMCG, food manufacturing, or 24/7 production environments
* Knowledge of TPM, RCM, or reliability engineering principles
* Exposure to digital transformation or IT/OT integration projects
What’s on offer
* Hybrid and flexible working model
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Excellent career development opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative culture
This is an excellent opportunity for a Multi-site Project Engineer or Multi-site Engineering / Maintenance Engineer / planner with experience in manufacturing and food production environments who wants to play a key role in improving maintenance reliability and operational excellence and efficiency.
For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact:
Conor O’Hagan – Hunter Savage
All enquiries will be handled in strict confidence.
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