Maintenance Manager

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading industrial and energy business is seeking a Maintenance Manager for its Wolverhampton site. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and leading maintenance and production support activities. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and relevant engineering qualifications.

Qualifications

• HNC or HND in Engineering (or commitment to complete if in progress).
• NEBOSH or IOSH certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Proven leadership experience in an industrial or high-risk operational setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations and act as deputy in the absence of the Site Manager.
• Lead and coordinate maintenance, production support, and asset management activities.
• Ensure compliance with engineering, health and safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Health and Safety

Asset Management

Communication

Education

HNC or HND in Engineering

NEBOSH or IOSH certification

Job description

Maintenance Manager – Wolverhampton | Permanent

A market-leading industrial and energy business is seeking a Maintenance Manager to join its team based near Wolverhampton. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader in an industrial or production environment to step into a key management role, contributing to operational excellence and compliance across the site.

About the Role

Reporting to the Site Manager, the Maintenance Manager will oversee daily operations and deputise when required. The role involves managing production support, material handling, infrastructure, and site assets while ensuring high standards of safety, compliance, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations and act as deputy in the absence of the Site Manager

• Lead and coordinate maintenance, production support, and asset management activities

• Ensure compliance with engineering, health and safety, and quality standards

• Oversee site infrastructure, security, and emergency response processes

• Support and develop site teams including shift managers, supervisors, and maintenance personnel

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders

• Monitor operational KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Maintain adherence to company procedures and contribute to audits and compliance reviews

Candidate Requirements

• HNC or HND in Engineering (or commitment to complete if in progress)

• NEBOSH or IOSH certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Experience working on COMAH or hazardous sites preferred

• Proven leadership experience in an industrial or high-risk operational setting

• Strong understanding of health and safety, asset management, and production operations

• Ability to work with recognised Trade Unions and apply HR policies and procedures

• Familiarity with ISO quality and environmental standards is advantageous

• A proactive, people-focused leadership style with strong communication skills