Engineering & Maintenance Manager

TN United Kingdom; Wilton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering & Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance excellence and drive continuous improvement at its Wilton site. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily maintenance activities, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with legal standards. You will lead a dedicated team, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency while contributing to strategic projects. With a focus on waste reduction and process efficiency, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a passionate team committed to sustainability and innovation in waste management.

Benefits

Ongoing career development

Retail and leisure discounts

Holiday and travel discounts

Bike to work scheme

Qualifications

• Graduate qualification with relevant experience required.
• Proven track record of achieving defined KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site infrastructure inspections to ensure legal compliance.
• Lead and motivate the maintenance team to meet KPIs.
• Manage contractors for major projects ensuring safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Project Management

Engineering Principles

Education

Graduate Qualification

Tools

Engineering Drawings

Job description

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Engineering & Maintenance Manager, Wilton

Location: Wilton, United Kingdom

Job Reference: 80d391adf238

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Lead maintenance excellence and drive continuous improvement at Biffa's Redcar site.

Role Overview:

Support the Head of Engineering and site operations at Redcar by leading daily maintenance activities and driving continuous improvement. You’ll ensure resources and equipment are in place, develop KPIs, coach and motivate the team, and contribute to strategic engineering projects and site performance.

Core Responsibilities:

• Oversee site infrastructure inspections (e.g., fixed wiring, pressure vessels, LOLER) to ensure legal compliance.
• Deliver improvement projects focused on waste reduction and process efficiency.
• Set and manage maintenance budgets, ensuring timely delivery of work.
• Support equipment installation and commissioning with accurate documentation.
• Lead and motivate the maintenance team to meet KPIs and customer expectations.
• Manage contractors for major projects, ensuring safety and project standards.
• Improve machinery and facilities reliability through data analysis and proactive changes.
• Perform other reasonable tasks as required by the business.

Requirements:

• Graduate qualification with relevant experience.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and principles.
• Experience managing process and lean improvement projects.
• Proven track record of achieving defined KPIs.
• Strong leadership in delivering large-scale projects and asset performance improvement.

Benefits at Biffa:

• Ongoing career development, training, and coaching.
• Retail and leisure discounts.
• Holiday and travel discounts.
• Bike to work scheme.

About Biffa:

At Biffa, we’re passionate about waste management—turning waste into sustainable power, recycling, and keeping communities clean. Join our team of over 11,500 colleagues committed to making a difference.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing that different perspectives foster innovation and effectiveness in our work environment.