Maintenance Manager

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering firm in Cranbrook is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead and develop an engineering team in a fast-paced production environment. You will provide technical guidance, manage recruitment, and drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience and a strong background in maintenance engineering. This role offers a competitive salary of GBP55,000 per annum and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Standard pension

Sick pay

28 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong background in maintenance engineering.
• Experience working in a process-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a growing team of engineers.
• Provide technical guidance on mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Organise call-out rotas and coordinate engineering support.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance engineering

Team management

Continuous improvement

Education

Relevant qualifications in maintenance engineering

Job description

Maintenance Manager GBP55,000 + Benefits

We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead and develop a growing engineering team within a fast-paced production environment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to make a real impact, with scope to build and shape the department as the business expands.

The Role:

• Manage and support a team of Engineers (currently 2, with plans for rapid growth).
• Provide technical guidance on mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Work closely with Production Managers to deliver effective PPM schedules and ensure smooth operations.
• Organise call-out rotas and coordinate engineering support across multiple shifts.
• Take an active role in recruitment, setting KPIs, and team development.
• Drive continuous improvement, safety, and compliance across the site.

The Candidate:

• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong background in maintenance engineering with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in a process-driven environment.
• A firm but fair management style, motivated by coaching and developing others.

Package & Benefits:

• GBP55,000 per annum (review pending)
• Standard pension + sick pay
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays, Christmas & New Year off)
• Monday to Friday, 8am 5pm (42.5 hours per week)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation with significant investment and long-term career progression.