Maintenance Manager

Morgan Ryder; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving plastics manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead a multi-skilled team. You will drive operational excellence, manage budgets, and implement effective maintenance programs to maximize plant performance. Join a collaborative environment with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Medicash health plan

Company pension

Option to purchase additional holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Manager in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of plastics manufacturing or extrusion processes preferred.
• Strong understanding of pumps, conveyors, hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a multi-skilled maintenance team.
• Oversee day to day maintenance operations for peak efficiency.
• Manage CapEx projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Project Management

HSE Regulations

Technical Knowledge

Education

Qualified Electrical/Mechanical Engineer (HNC/HND/Degree)

Job description

Maintenance Manager

Excellent salary + medicash health plan, company pension, option to purchase additional holidays, Cycle to Work

Are you a hands-on Maintenance Manager with a passion for leading multi-disciplined teams in a dynamic manufacturing environment?

We are looking for a strong leader to join a thriving plastics manufacturing company and take charge of the engineering function, driving operational excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor and manage a multi-skilled maintenance team ensuring downtime is kept to a minimum

• Oversee day to day maintenance operations ensuring plant, equipment and facilities run at peak efficiency

• Manage capital expenditure (CapEx) projects, delivering on time and within budget

• Implement and refine Preventative Planned Maintenance (PPM) programs to minimise downtime

• Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations

• Manager contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards

• Monitor KPIs to drive continuous improvement and maximise plant performance

Skills/Experience required:

• Qualified Electrical/Mechanical Engineer (HNC/HND/Degree)

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Manager in a manufacturing environment, knowledge of plastics manufacturing or extrusion processes preferred

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams

• In-depth knowledge of pumps, conveyors, motors, drives, hydraulics and heating/cooling systems

• Demonstrated experience in Capex project management and delivering results

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach

• Strong understanding of HSE regulations

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Career progression and personal development opportunities

• A collaborative and innovative work environment

Interested? We would love to hear from you, Apply now to be considered!

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.