We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Manager to join a client based in Desford. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a maintenance team focusing on equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency. In this role, you will drive proactive maintenance planning, manage performance through KPIs, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. You will work cross-functionally to support production goals while ensuring strict adherence to safety, quality, and cost standards. Location: Desford Contract Duration: 12 months Rate: Up to £29 per hour Hours: 37.5 hours per week Shift Schedule This role offers a distinct shift pattern designed to maximise daylight hours: Monday - Wednesday: 06:00 - 14:30 Thursday: 06:00 - 14:00 Friday: 06:00 - 12:00 Key Responsibilities Leadership: Manage and develop a team of maintenance technicians, including building skills matrices and creating training plans to upskill members. Strategy: Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to ensure equipment reliability. Performance Management: Monitor maintenance KPIs (such as planned work order completion and overdue orders) and create action plans to address performance gaps. Operational Excellence: Lead daily pulse meetings regarding Safety, Quality, Velocity, and Cost metrics. Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma principles to eliminate non-val...