CMMS Systems Manager

Avara Foods; Hereford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food business is seeking a CMMS Systems Manager for its Hereford site. This critical role involves managing the asset lifecycle across multiple locations, ensuring system compliance, and leading improvements in CMMS. Ideal candidates will have experience in maintenance operations, system integration, and strong analytical skills. Avara Foods offers a supportive environment and various employee benefits, including a starting salary of £40,000 per annum.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Employer matched pension contributions up to 6%

Subsidised staff canteen

Cycle to work scheme

Access to Employee Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of maintenance operations and asset management principles.
• Experience with system integration and reporting tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the asset lifecycle across 15+ UK sites.
• Identify gaps in current maintenance processes and suggest tech-based solutions.
• Develop a roadmap for CMMS improvements and system upgrades.

Skills

Maintenance operations knowledge

System integration experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft applications competency

Education

Experience in database management

Tools

SQL

Office 365

Job description

Overview

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About the Role:

Who are we, and what do we do?

Avara Foods is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to major supermarkets and well-known restaurants. We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door. We have major processing sites across England and an agricultural network of over 350 farms spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

A little about our Hereford Site:

The Hereford plant is our largest site and processes chicken products across two factory facilities, Grandstand Road and Yazor Road. Grandstand handles whole bird production with Yazor responsible for portioning and added value. Across the whole site approximately 1,500 people are employed and it processes 1.5m birds per week.

About the Role:

Are you an experienced CMMS Systems Manager looking for a new challenge in a dynamic and supportive environment? Do you enjoy keeping things organised, managing processes, and being the go-to person for getting things done?

Avara Foods is a forward-thinking, inclusive business that has invested heavily in its IT systems. We are now looking for a proactive and detail-oriented CMMS Systems Manager to join our growing Technology Team at our Hereford Site. This is an office-based role where you'll play a vital part in supporting the team's day-to-day operations.

Working hours are Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00.

What will you be doing as a CMMS Systems Manager

As a CMMS Systems Manager, you will primarily manage the Asset lifecycle from Procurement through to Disposal across Avara's 15+ UK sites that are used by 2,000 users. Assets include laptops, mobiles, support contracts, software licences, etc. You will work closely with the Technology teams, process around 90 procurement requests per month, and manage 100+ annual contract renewals. Full training will be provided for the various software applications and skills required.

What will your key responsibilities include

• Strategy and Planning
• Ensure system compliance with industry regulations and company policies
• Identify gaps in current maintenance processes and suggest tech-based solutions
• Define KPIs and performance metrics for maintenance operations
• Develop a roadmap for CMMS improvements and system upgrades
• Lead CMMS integration planning with other enterprise systems (ERP, EAM, etc.)
• Benchmark CMMS effectiveness against industry standards
• Team Leadership: Oversee the daily operations of the CMMS, including system configuration, troubleshooting, and user support
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with maintenance, operations, and Technology teams to align system functionality with business needs
• Organize workshops to understand user needs and pain points
• Communicate system updates and changes to stakeholders
• Liaise with vendors to customize features or resolve issues
• Present findings and reports to senior management and board executives
• Process Optimisation: Analyse work order patterns, equipment histories, and downtime reports
• Suggest automation of repetitive tasks within the CMMS
• Implement predictive maintenance strategies where feasible
• Standardize data entry and maintenance request procedures
• Optimize asset tagging, categorization, and lifecycle tracking
• Budget & Vendor Management: Develop annual budgets for CMMS licenses, support, and enhancements
• Negotiate service contracts and renewals with CMMS providers
• Evaluate ROI and cost-benefit of proposed upgrades
• Track spending and ensure compliance with financial policies
• Maintain vendor relationships and monitor SLAs (Service Level Agreements)
• Ultimo Project Support: Build positive working relationships with all Avara sites
• Attend all workshops and project meetings on Teams or on site where relevant
• Foster consistency across all Avara sites in terms of naming conventions, code structures, etc.

What you'll need to be successful

Essential:

• Strong understanding of maintenance operations and asset management principles
• Experience with system integration, database management, and reporting tools
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to lead training sessions and support a diverse user base
• Ability to work effectively and make informed decisions under pressure
• Ability to build working relationships with other functions across the entire business, across multiple sites and with suppliers
• Able to communicate technical topics and information to non-technical colleagues
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience in managing system implementations and upgrades
• Able to critically question requests for system changes

Desirable:

• Experience with regulatory compliance and audit processes related to maintenance systems
• Experience working in a Microsoft Platform environment (Office 365)
• Exposure to multi-site manufacturing and distribution in a food environment
• Writing SQL queries or other relational database query language
• Formal change management methodologies
• Production and maintenance of systems and training documentation

Benefits

The benefits of working for Avara Foods:

As a CMMS Systems Manager, you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment with recognition and rewards for your contribution and achievements. We offer comprehensive training and continuous development. Benefits include:

• From £40,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
• 31 days annual leave
• A secure contract with long-term career development opportunities
• Employer matched pension contributions up to 6%
• subsidised staff canteen serving hot food
• Staff shop/sales at discounted prices
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Access to Employee Benefits Scheme, including remote GP appointments, mental health support, physiotherapy, medical second opinions, and other discounts

What happens after you apply

After you apply, you’ll be contacted by the Resourcing Team Lead at our Brackley site to discuss your application and CV. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions about the role.

If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

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