Norbev | Maintenance Manager

Are you on the lookout for a new role? Do you have a strong maintenance background and a passion for leading a team of Maintenance Technicians? If so we want to hear from you. Due to sustained and continued growth, we are currently seeking applications for the newly created key position of Maintenance Manager within our plant located in Ballymena. 2023 saw Norbev have its best financial year to date and we are on course for another strong performance in 2025.We also received an award for Right Place to Work 2023 in the Ballymena Business Awards and have been shortlisted again for 2024 for Right Place to Work, Sustainability and Skills Development. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including matched pension contributions, holiday allowance of 30 days increasing with length of service, recognition awards for long service, free on site car parking and a company funded cashback health plan through Westfield life assurance. We place a strong emphasis on training and development with tailored training plans for all employees. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program, discount on Axa insurance products, family friendly initiatives including our Annual Family Fun Day and for the foodies, a hot breakfast every Friday, succulent Christmas lunch every December and a turkey for every will have the chance to work at the front of a leading edge innovative company working with a number of key recognised customers. What Does The Role Entail? Supporting the core business to ensure that the maintenance team and systems capabilities are maintained and improved, driving towards world class standards. Supporting key site, maintenance and Continuous improvement projects while ensuring daily manufacturing challenges are overcome to maximise site quality and yield. What Will My Key Responsibilities Be? Leading and motivating the Engineering team, provide guidance, training and manage performance of maintenance team by ensuring that targets and KPI’s are achieved whilst providing mentoring when necessary. Conduct regular inspections of machinery and equipment to identify and address potential issues. Ability to communicate effectively to multidisciplinary meeting forums. Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures in line with production management to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimal downtime, ensuring machinery is running as efficiently as possible. Assisting with the planning and implementation of expansions across the factory, including carrying out Machinery and Equipment installations. Managing the Maintenance department’s budget. Ensuring that the Maintenance team adhere to strict health & safety/environmental regulations. Assisting with the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance processes and efficiency. Proactive approach to minimisation of unplanned downtime by applying and implementing world class asset care regimes and providing technical solutions to continuously improve the manufacturing facility. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history and inventory. Values and Leadership Our Values are the principles and standards that guide the way we do business. They sum up what our business stands for, influence our organisational culture, and drive how and why we do things. As a member of the team at Norbev, it is your responsibility to ensure that the Company Values are demonstrated in your behaviours allowing our business to grow and evolve without losing focus on what is important to it. Nurture: We create an environment for success, take opportunities to be the best we can, and encourage each other to achieve our goals. One: We work as one team in a positive manner, sharing knowledge and communicating with each other effectively and respectfully. Responsible: We take ownership for our part in running our business. We take care of ourselves, each other, our equipment and our products, respect our environment and reduce waste. Bold: We are resilient and embrace change. We are creative, courageous and flexible in our approach to problem solving. Ethical: We do the right thing. We act with honesty, integrity and respect in everything we do and adhere to the standards expected of us. Visionary: We are proactive in our drive for continuous improvement. We think strategically and plan for the future, guided by lean principles. What Skills and Attributes Should I Have? Minimum of 5 years Manufacturing Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food / beverage sector Strong knowledge of industrial machinery, mechanical & electrical systems, and preventive maintenance practices. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Proficient in the use of MS Office packages and strong level of IT literacy Skills: Team Leading Inspection Maintenance Management expansion Budget Management Health & Safety Continuous Improvement Benefits: learning and development maintenance free breakfast family friendly