Maintenance Manager Location:Southall, England, United Kingdom Salary: Up to £71,000 + Benefits About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Maintenance Manager to support the Engineering Manager in leading the site's engineering function and developing a high-performing team. This role is key to transforming the site from a reactive "repair culture" to a proactive continuous improvement environment, improving equipment reliability, operational performance, and overall efficiency. You will lead from the front, embedding best practices, strengthening technical capability, and ensuring full compliance across all engineering activities. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Operations Lead planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to maximise plant efficiency and reduce downtime Ensure rapid and effective resolution of breakdowns impacting production Drive improvements in equipment performance using continuous improvement techniques Support installation and commissioning of new equipment Maintain site infrastructure, utilities, and plant rooms to required standardsCompliance & Safety Ensure all engineering activities comply with health & safety, legal, and environmental standards Promote a strong site safety culture, including safe systems of work and machine guarding Maintain audit readiness with high standards of hygiene, compliance, and documentation Manage contractors and ensure adherence to company policies Maintain accurate SOPs, risk assessments, and statutory inspection recordsContinuous Improvement Drive the shift towards proactive maintenance strategies Apply lean principles to improve reliability, efficiency, and productivity Monitor engineering KPIs and utilities, identifying opportunities for improvement Ensure effective spare parts management to support operationsLeadership & People Development Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers to build capability and engagement Set clear expectations and manage performance effectively Promote strong communication across shifts through regular team engagement Support training, development, and succession planning Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning Manage attendance, holidays, and working hours in line with business needs Ensure full compliance with training requirements Recognise and reward positive performance and behaviours About You Experience & Skills Proven experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role Strong background within manufacturing or food production environments Solid understanding of health & safety and statutory compliance Experience managing both planned and reactive maintenance Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and cultural changeQualifications HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (preferred) NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) highly desirable Why Join Us? Opportunity to drive real change across a key operational site Develop and lead a high-performing engineering team Work within a forward-thinking, improvement-focused environment Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
