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Maintenance Manager

Posted 08 April 2026
Salary £50,000-£55,000 per annum
LocationWashington
Job type Permanent
Industry Sector Technical
ReferenceJ140326
Job FunctionMaintenance

Job description

MTrec’s new career opportunity

Our client are specialists in their industry sector; they are looking to recruit a Maintenance Manager on a permanent basis.

The Job you’ll do

  • Reporting to the General Manager the job holder will involve overseeing installation, repairs and upkeep of the company’s site, buildings and works machinery. 

  • The Manager is responsible for a team of Engineers and has responsibility for the control of sub-contractors.

  • Plan and oversee all maintenance, repair and installation activities.

  • Recommend, implement, and maintain a preventative maintenance schedule.

  • Undertake and maintain a risk assessment of plant/equipment, write and implement action and improvement plans as required.

  • Develop engineering procedures and ensure implementation.

  • Manage the yearly objectives and supervise the weekly completion of work across all engineering functions.

  • Support the apprentice assessment days. 

  • Manage and develop apprentices within the engineering team and ensure they follow a structured training programme.

  • Manage relationship, prices and service standards with contractors and service providers.

  • Manage and implement PUWER risk assessments and actions plan.

  • Manage equipment inventory and place orders when necessary.

  • Manage expenses and control the budget for maintenance.

  • Manage the database and reports to track daily outstanding jobs to be completed.

  • Work closely with the General Manager in supporting the business needs.

  • Manage engineers at all levels via performance development reviews and weekly meetings.

  • Data driven – PM reporting.

  • Implement processes and standard operating procedures

  • Supporting on breakdowns (when required) using key skills with a hands-on approach.

About You

  • Organisation & planning, communication, managing relationships, teamwork, intelligence, attention to detail, determination/persistence.

  • Experience in managing maintenance team and planning maintenance operations.

  • Understanding of technical aspects, electrical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics.

  • Working knowledge of facilities, machines and equipment.

  • Good IT skills using Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and Outlook.

  • Report Writing.

  • Business and Commercial awareness.

  • Experience and qualifications normally associated with successful performance of role.

  • Minimum of 5 years Engineering or Maintenance Management/Supervisory experience within a manufacturing related environment.

  • Qualifications – minimum electric or mechanical engineering qualification (Level 3 or above apprentice trained.  HNC or HND desirable.

  • PLC knowledgeable.

  • Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

  • Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards relevant to automotive manufacturing.  NEBOSH desirable.

  • Knowledge of IATF16949 requirements; familiarity with ISO45001/14001.

  • Strong data literacy for maintenance KPIs.

The rewards and the benefits

  • Permanent job.

  • Looking after a team of 3 Technicians.

  • Competitive salary.

  • Day shift role.