Our client is a pioneer in the production of high-quality Asia-inspired food in the UK. As a leader in fresh, innovative food production they are committed to continuous improvement, ensuring excellence in every aspect of their operations.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

As Maintenance Manager, you’ll lead and develop a skilled maintenance team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Your mission will be to ensure maximum uptime, reliability, and efficiency of all production equipment, facilities, and utilities — while promoting a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a team of technicians and engineers, promoting collaboration, safety, and performance excellence.

• Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs to minimise downtime and drive equipment reliability.

• Oversee equipment maintenance, installation, and commissioning to meet production and quality standards.

• Manage maintenance scheduling and allocate resources effectively using CMMS systems.

• Take ownership of the maintenance budget, optimising costs without compromising safety or quality.

• Ensure regulatory compliance across all Health & Safety, environmental, and food safety standards.

• Partner with Production, Quality, and Engineering to align maintenance activities with operational goals.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, embracing new technologies and best practices.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).

• Proven maintenance management experience within the food manufacturing or FMCG industry.

• Strong technical understanding of food processing equipment, utilities, and facility systems.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.

• Familiarity with Health & Safety, environmental, and food quality regulations.

• Confident using CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools.

Desirable Skills:

• Lean or Continuous Improvement experience (TPM, 5S, Kaizen).

• Project management or budget control expertise.

• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on developing your team and driving results.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary package with excellent career growth potential.

• Discounts on products made at the factory.

• Inclusive, people-first culture with a genuine focus on career development.

• Team and company events throughout the year.

• Opportunity to shape maintenance excellence within a rapidly growing business.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with us or apply below.