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Job Advert: Maintenance Manager
Location:Cheshire, UK
Salary:£45,000 - £56,000 DOE
We arerecruiting on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturer inCheshire, looking for an experiencedMaintenance Managerto lead a high-performing team in a dynamic production environment. This specialist site focuses onfabric care and construction material productsfor major global brands, and they are seeking a results-driven professional to take ownership of theirmaintenance strategy, driving efficiency, reliability, and continuous improvement across operations.
About the Role:
AsMaintenance Manager, you will be responsible for leading thesites maintenance program, ensuring maximum equipment reliability and efficiency. This includes implementingplanned preventative maintenance (PPM)strategies, managing a team ofmulti-skilled Maintenance Technicians, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will play a key role in ensuring thesafe, compliant, and cost-effectiveoperation of the sites assets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop theMaintenance Team, ensuring high standards of performance and technical competency.
- Implementproactive maintenance strategiesto reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
- Managemaintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and contractor relationships to optimise cost efficiency.
- Ensure compliance withUK Health & Safety regulations, includingPUWER, LOLER, and COSHH.
- Drivecontinuous improvementinitiatives, includingRoot Cause Analysis (RCA)andTotal Productive Maintenance (TPM)methodologies.
- UtiliseCMMS and data analyticsto track maintenance performance and identify improvement opportunities.
What Were Looking For:
- Proven experience in maintenance managementwithin a manufacturing, chemical, or industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge ofmechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
- Familiarity withreliability-centred maintenance (RCM)andpredictive maintenance techniques.
- A results-driven mindset with a focus onsafety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong IT skills, with experience inCMMS and Microsoft Office applications.
Why Join This Opportunity?
- Competitive salary (£45,000 - £56,000 DOE) and benefits package.
- A chance to make a real impact in afast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment.
- Work with aleading global organisation, offering strong growth and career development opportunities.
- Join akey production site in Cheshire, supporting industry-leading brands.
If you are passionate aboutengineering excellence and reliabilityand are looking for your next challenge, wed love to hear from you!
Apply now and take the next step in your career!
