Maintenance Supervisor

JR United Kingdom; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Northern Ireland is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead their Engineering team. This exciting role involves overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring optimal machinery performance, and supporting factory expansion projects. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your leadership and engineering expertise will drive success. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the Engineering team to meet targets and KPIs.
• Conduct regular machinery inspections to resolve potential issues.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules to maximize efficiency.

Skills

Engineering experience

Industrial machinery expertise

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Preventive maintenance practices

Leadership skills

Team management

Job description

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Vickerstock are working in partnership with a local family business that has grown to become one of Northern Ireland’s success stories to assist them with the recruitment of a Maintenance Supervisor. This is a new position to the business due to expansion plans, investment and an internal promotion.

Our client is a premier contract FMCG company based in Newtownards. With decades of expertise in the FMCG Industry, our client has established itself as a trusted partner for leading brands across the UK and Ireland. Specialising in FMCG, the company provides tailored production solutions, from concept development to final delivery.

Boasting state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to innovation, our client ensures the highest quality standards while maintaining a focus on sustainability and operational efficiency. As a key player in Northern Ireland’s manufacturing sector, our client combines local heritage with a forward-thinking approach, making it a preferred supplier of choice.

Your New Role as a Maintenance Supervisor:

• Lead and inspire the Engineering team by providing clear guidance, training, and performance management to ensure targets and KPI's are met, while offering mentorship as needed.
• Conduct regular machinery and equipment inspections to proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
• Effectively communicate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to collaborative forums.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures aligned with production management to maximize equipment performance and minimize downtime, ensuring optimal machinery efficiency.
• Support factory expansion projects, including planning and executing machinery and equipment installations.
• Oversee the Maintenance department's budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost management.

What You Need to Succeed as a Maintenance Supervisor:

• A minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within the food or beverage sector.
• Strong expertise in industrial machinery, mechanical and electrical systems, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to drive performance and foster collaboration.

Contact Warren Watson to discuss this in absolute confidence on 028 9031 3720, or send an updated CV via the link on the page

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