Company Overview
W Talent Engineering are supporting a market-leading organisation operating within the heavy / process manufacturing sector, based in Rotherham. This business delivers high-quality engineered products to critical industries and is recognised for operational excellence and continuous innovation.
Due to ongoing growth and investment, they are now seeking a Maintenance Manager to join their senior leadership team and play a key role in driving reliability, performance, and continuous improvement across the site.
Role
W Talent Engineering are working with a key customer in Rotherham to recruit an experienced and highly capable Maintenance Manager. This individual will take full ownership of the site's engineering and maintenance function within a heavy industrial / process environment, leading a skilled team to deliver high levels of asset reliability and plant performance.
This is a critical leadership role focused on embedding a proactive maintenance culture, driving continuous improvement, and supporting the business through operational and strategic transformation.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement maintenance strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure optimal reliability and efficiency of plant and equipment.
Plan and manage preventative and predictive maintenance activities to minimise downtime in a heavy/process environment.
Lead, develop, and mentor a team of maintenance engineers, driving performance and accountability.
Challenge the status quo and lead behavioural and cultural change across the engineering function.
Work closely with production and operations teams to align maintenance priorities with business needs.
Conduct regular inspections and audits of plant, equipment, and facilities to identify improvement opportunities.
Manage spare parts, inventory, and procurement processes to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations.
Track and analyse maintenance KPIs, implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance and reduce costs.
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, promoting a strong safety-first culture.
Develop and manage the maintenance budget, identifying efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities. Requirements:
HNC/HND or apprenticeship-trained in an engineering discipline (essential).
Mechanical engineering background preferred.
Degree-qualified in engineering (advantageous).
Proven experience in a maintenance leadership role within a heavy industry or process manufacturing environment (e.g., steel, chemicals, energy, or similar).
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, with multi-skilled capability advantageous.
Solid knowledge of health & safety regulations and best practices in industrial settings.
Demonstrable leadership experience, with the ability to develop high-performing teams.
Experience using CMMS and maintenance planning systems.
Strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to perform under pressure and manage competing priorities effectively. What's on Offer:
£60,000 - £65,000 salary
benefits package
Opportunity to join a forward-thinking, investment-driven industrial business
Key leadership role with real influence on site performance and future strategy