Maintenance Manager

STERIS IMS; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare provider in Leicester is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a skilled team. The role involves ensuring peak equipment performance, managing maintenance, and complying with safety regulations. Candidates should have significant maintenance experience and strong engineering backgrounds. The position offers development opportunities and a comprehensive rewards package, emphasizing safety and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 Days annual leave

Health and wellbeing benefits

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience in a Maintenance or Engineering role.
• Strong engineering knowledge in mechanical, electrical, or control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of maintenance technicians.
• Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance across all production equipment.
• Drive root cause analysis to minimize downtime.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance experience

Supervisory management experience

Engineering knowledge/qualifications

Problem-solving mindset

Knowledge of steam boiler systems

Education

HNC level or higher in an engineering discipline

Formal health and safety qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH)

Tools

PLC-controlled equipment

IT systems

Job description

Overview

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

STERIS is a global leader in infection prevention, dedicated to helping our customers create a healthier and safer world. Our mission is to support patient care through innovative products and services. Working at STERIS means you will GROW, LEARN, and MAKE A DIFFERENCE—every single day.

About You

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the world around you? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your work directly contributes to safety, quality, and innovation? Are you driven by continuous improvement and operational excellence?

If you’re a proactive leader with a strong engineering background and a track record in maintenance management, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Manager at our Leicester plant. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a skilled team in a dynamic production environment, ensuring our equipment and facilities operate at peak performance.

What is involved

• Lead and develop a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance across all production equipment, including print, cutting/ bottling/ finishing and plant equipment.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Collaborate with production, research & development, and quality teams to support operational goals.
• Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and contractor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a safe and legally compliant working environment.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience in a Maintenance or Engineering role.
• Strong engineering knowledge/qualifications, including mechanical, electrical, or control systems, with solid experience working with PLC-controlled equipment.
• Ideally qualified to HNC level or higher in an engineering discipline such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls & Instrumentation.
• Ideally holds a formal health and safety qualification, such as IOSH or NEBOSH.
• Experience managing external contractors and service providers.
• Proficient in using IT systems.
• Knowledge of steam boiler systems and associated safety and maintenance requirements.
• Understanding of environmental permits, health & safety legislation, and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Experience managing budgets and controlling maintenance-related costs.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards and regulatory compliance.

What’s in it for you

• A supportive, safety-focused workplace where your ideas are valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A company culture built on innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• A competitive Total Rewards package including:
  • Competitive salary
  • 25 Days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
  • Health and wellbeing benefits
  • Ongoing training and development

Equal Opportunities

STERIS plc provides employment and advancement opportunities without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/belief, sex (gender), sexual orientation or any other legally protected characteristic as defined by UK employment law. The Company bases all employment decisions on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities with the intention that the best candidate is selected for each position.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.

STERIS strives to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.