Maintenance Manager

Accelerated People Management; Telford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holidays

Immediate start

Bonus potential

Job summary

Accelerated People Management is seeking a Maintenance Manager in Telford to lead a large engineering function within a manufacturing setting. The role offers a salary of £55,000–£60,000, plus bonus, progression, and 33 days of holidays, with an immediate start.

The successful candidate will drive maintenance strategy, lead a multi-skilled team, and partner with production to improve reliability and plant performance. This is a long-term opportunity with a market-leading manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams in manufacturing environments.
• Mechanical engineering qualification.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
• Experience managing contractors, budgets and engineering resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-skilled maintenance and electrical engineering team.
• Drive preventive maintenance strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage budgets, contractor relationships and critical spare parts.
• Work closely with production to maximise plant efficiency and minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Budget management

Continuous improvement

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

Maintenance Manager – Telford

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 plus bonus, progression, 33 days holidays, immediate start.

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Manager or Engineering Manager looking to take ownership of a large engineering function within a well-established manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading teams, driving continuous improvement and implementing strategies that increase reliability, reduce downtime and improve overall plant performance. Perfect for an ambitious engineer seeking a long-term career with a market-leading manufacturer where your expertise and leadership will have a genuine impact.

This well-established manufacturer has built an enviable reputation for quality and innovation and continues to invest heavily in its people and facilities. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence, they are looking for a Maintenance Manager to lead a multi-skilled engineering team and play a key role in supporting production performance. Joining a business with long-term stability and a collaborative culture, this is an excellent opportunity to make your mark and develop your career further.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing a multi-skilled maintenance and electrical engineering team
• Driving preventative maintenance strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
• Managing budgets, contractor relationships and critical spare parts
• Working closely with production to maximise plant efficiency and minimise downtime
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental standards

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering qualifications
• Experience leading maintenance teams within manufacturing or production environments
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement
• Experience managing contractors, budgets and engineering resources