Job Description
Maintenance Manager
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000
Shift: Days
Location: Wilstead, Bedfordshire
Are you an experienced Maintenance Manager with a strong background in manufacturing and a passion for leading high-performing engineering teams? We're looking for a proactive and hands-on professional to take ownership of engineering maintenance at our state of the art fast paced manufacturing facility in the Bedfordshire area.
Skills required for the Maintenance Manager:
* Proven management experience within a manufacturing environment
* Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety
* Strong track record in managing external contractors
* Engineering Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
* Manage attendance, discipline, and performance reviews for shift-based engineering staff
* Deliver reactive and preventative maintenance services across both operational sites
* Allocate resources to resolve engineering issues within agreed timelines
* Collaborate with Production & Planning to reduce downtime and complete works efficiently
* Oversee contractor activity, ensuring commercial, performance, and H&S compliance
* Maintain accurate work order documentation and ensure audit readiness at all times
* Manage the spares strategy and engineering budget
The Maintenance Manager will benefit from:
* Market leading business that invests in its engineers
* Training and development programmes
* Full Company Benefits Package
* A favourable Days shift pattern