Maintenance Operations Manager

Role Overview

• Oversee the entire maintenance function, ensuring the plant operates safely, efficiently, and cost‑effectively
• Accountable for driving internal labour utilisation, reducing contractor dependency, improving reliability, and developing a high‑performing team
• Lead shutdown strategy, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and with zero safety incidents
• Drive effective Root Cause Analysis to eliminate repeat failures and reduce reactive maintenance
• Maximise internal labour utilisation (HoTT) through strong planning and resource optimisation
• Improve weekly plan compliance and overall schedule adherence
• Monitor and increase PM efficiency and OTR task completion
• Maintain accurate SAP/CMMS data to support long‑term maintenance planning and forecasting
• Lead cost‑reduction initiatives that protect safety and asset reliability
• Strengthen stores accuracy, parts booking compliance, and critical spares management
• Serve as a safety leader within Engineering, embedding proactive safety behaviours
• Ensure thorough delivery and recording of toolbox talks, safety conversations, and statutory inspections
• Champion continuous improvement and structured problem-solving initiatives
• Maintain 5S 5‑star standards across workshops and storage areas
• Enhance collaboration between Engineering and Production to improve throughput and quality
• Promote a data‑driven culture and transparency in performance reporting
• Lead HR processes including appraisals, performance reviews, absence management, and workforce planning.

Requirements

• A proven track record in Maintenance Operations leadership within high-volume manufacturing environments
• Deep expertise in maintenance execution, shutdown planning, workforce optimisation, and contractor control
• Strong operational discipline with consistent delivery against key maintenance KPIs (OEE, PM compliance, schedule adherence)
• High competence in CMMS systems, data accuracy, and performance reporting, with the ability to use RCA and structured methodologies to improve long-term asset reliability
• A visible and proactive presence on the shop floor, driving safety, standards, and 5S excellence
• Ability to build a high-performance maintenance culture aligned with production goals, supporting quality, throughput, and business continuity
• A mindset of accountability, operational control, and execution excellence.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Professional development opportunities