Maintenance Excellence Lead

Morepeople 01780; Telford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A market leader in fresh produce is seeking a Maintenance Excellence & CI Lead to drive asset reliability and reduce downtime. This role involves implementing TPM principles, mentoring teams, and optimizing machine performance in a dynamic environment, all while enjoying competitive benefits and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and shift-based premium pay

33 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

Structured development and training opportunities

Company pension scheme (3%)

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or high-speed FMCG environment preferred.
• At least 5 years' experience in a similar maintenance leadership role.
• Expertise in continuous improvement tools like 5Y, RCA, and DMAIC.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and embed TPM principles to optimise machine performance.
• Plan and execute preventative maintenance strategies.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives and coach the team on TPM tools.

Skills

Leadership

TPM implementation

Continuous improvement mindset

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Coaching

Education

Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship

ONC/HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS systems

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

4 on 4 off (days only 07:00 - 19:00)

Company Overview

I am working with a market leader in fresh produce, supplying a wide range of produce to major retailers and food service companies across the UK.

With a focus on continuous improvement and investment in their people, they are building a world-class engineering team and are now looking for a driven professional to lead their Maintenance Excellence and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.

Job Overview

As the Maintenance Excellence & CI Lead, you will play a critical role in driving asset reliability, reducing downtime, and leading a TPM-based maintenance culture. Working closely with the Site Engineering Manager, you will implement effective engineering processes, support operational reliability, and mentor the engineering team in best practices.

This role requires a hands-on leader with deep knowledge of TPM, strong planning and problem-solving skills, and experience in continuous improvement methodologies such as RCA, 5Y, and DMAIC.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and shift-based premium pay
• 33 days annual leave
• Free on-site parking
• Structured development and training opportunities
• Opportunity to lead transformational engineering projects
• Company pension scheme (3%)
• Health & wellbeing initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and embed TPM principles across the site to optimise machine performance and reliability.
• Plan and execute preventative maintenance strategies, leveraging CMMS systems (e.g., Mainsaver, SPIDEX).
• Analyse breakdowns, losses, and failures to drive corrective action and continuous improvement.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives and coach the team on TPM tools and techniques.
• Support the roll-out of Smart Factory technologies to enhance OEE and equipment monitoring.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, facilitate Criticality Matrix reviews, and implement Inventory Management Plans.
• Drive FMECA and RCA activities to reduce equipment failures.
• Promote a continuous improvement culture and lead by example in people development and team motivation.
• Use CMMS data to inform forward planning and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven track record in TPM implementation and maintenance strategy delivery.
• Experience working with CMMS systems and using data to inform engineering decisions.
• Strong leadership skills with experience coaching and developing high-performing teams.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage contractors and suppliers, and influence key stakeholders.
• A continuous improvement mindset with hands-on experience in CI tools (5Y, RCA, DMAIC).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and maintenance management platforms.

Qualifications

• Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, or:

  ONC/HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or
• Degree in Engineering, or
• C&G Level 3 with at least 5 years' experience in a similar maintenance leadership role.
• Experience in food manufacturing or a high-speed FMCG environment preferred.

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Apply by submitting your CV or drop me over an email [e-mail]

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