Maintenance Manager

DR. OETKER (UK) LIMITED; Leyland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food manufacturer in Leyland is seeking a Maintenance leader to ensure the efficient operation of their facility. This full-time role requires at least 5 years of FMCG experience and involves leading a team, maintaining safety, and optimizing equipment performance. Attractive benefits include generous leave, medical insurance, and more.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Free Life Assurance

Enhanced Company Sick Pay

Private medical insurance

Free pizzas

Free on-site parking

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in an FMCG environment.
• Confident communicator with a professional manner.
• Thorough understanding of maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the maintenance team across all shifts.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure smooth operations.
• Deploy resources efficiently to minimize downtime.

Skills

Lead team management

Safe working environment maintenance

Resource deployment

Equipment maintenance

Interdepartmental collaboration

Job description

Maintenance | Leyland | Start date: 01/09/2025 | Full Time | Permanent

Since our beginnings at Dr. Oetker, we have been breaking new ground. With pizza, cake, and desserts, as well as digital platforms and services, quality and an innovative spirit set us apart.

What awaits you? It's up to you! At Dr. Oetker, you can actively shape the future both yours and ours. We want to be part of something bigger. Don't you?

JOIN THE TASTE.

Your Responsibilities

We are looking for someone who can:

• Lead and manage the maintenance team across all shifts.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the manufacturing facility.
• Deploy resources efficiently to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
• Ensure all equipment and machinery are properly maintained.
• Work closely with other departments to support production goals and uphold safety, quality, and productivity standards.

What You Bring

At Dr. Oetker, we believe our employees are key to our success. To help shape our future, you should have a thorough understanding of maintenance department operations, especially how they link with production to ensure asset availability and proper maintenance.

You should be a confident communicator with a personable and professional manner, capable of interacting at all levels and building strong, trusted relationships internally and externally.

What We Offer

Minimum 5 years of experience in an FMCG environment.

This role offers a competitive salary and many benefits, including:

• 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Free Life Assurance at 4 times basic annual salary
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Salary sacrifice Pension scheme (3% employee, 6% employer contribution)
• Private medical insurance (BUPA)
• Health care Cash Plan (BUPA)
• Annual health checks
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave
• Free pizzas
• Subsidized on-site restaurant with meals and snack options
• Free tea, coffee, and fresh fruit
• Free on-site parking
• Free Wi-Fi
• Employee Referral Scheme (£350)
• Employee Forums and suggestion schemes
• Loyalty recognition schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free eye test vouchers

We look forward to your application. Click the "Apply now" button to get started. If you have questions, feel free to contact us directly.

Dr. Oetker is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Dr. Oetker (UK) Limited