Reliability and Compliance Manager

Humdinger; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Reliability and Compliance Manager to enhance equipment uptime and ensure compliance at their Bromborough site. This pivotal role involves analysing data, identifying issues, and implementing solutions to uphold operational standards. You will lead maintenance regimes, refine procedures, and support continuous improvement projects alongside cross-functional teams. With a focus on safety and efficiency, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment known for quality and innovation in the snacking and chocolate market.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension (4% employer contribution)

Life Assurance at 4x salary

Health Care Cash Plan

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Schemes

Enhanced parental leave

Wellbeing programs

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in reliability and compliance management.
• Proficient in IT with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance regimes and procedures.
• Analyse failure data and conduct root cause analyses.
• Manage compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Skills

Data Analysis

Root Cause Analysis

Communication Skills

Proactive Attitude

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Humdinger is seeking a skilled Reliability and Compliance Manager to lead the optimisation of equipment and processes at our Bromborough site. This role focuses on increasing equipment uptime, reliability, and efficiency while ensuring compliance with all requirements. You will analyse data, identify issues, and implement solutions to maintain and improve operational standards.

Position details

• Type: Permanent, full-time
• Hours: 37.5 per week
• Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance regimes with detailed instructions and resources.
• Analyse failure data, identify patterns, and conduct root cause analyses.
• Refine procedures to monitor equipment performance and reliability.
• Enhance the CMMS to support data-driven decisions.
• Identify tasks for autonomous maintenance and develop SOPs.
• Ensure availability of critical spares and maintain technical library.
• Manage compliance to meet legal and regulatory standards.
• Support continuous improvement projects with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee safe engineering practices and contribute to health and safety initiatives.
• Manage contractor processes and maintain non-production assets.

Qualifications

Essential:

• HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or relevant qualifications.
• Experience with CMMS systems.
• Background in reliability and compliance.
• Proficient IT skills.
• Full UK driving license.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.

Desirable:

• Experience in the food industry.
• Dual-skilled with 17th/18th Edition qualifications.
• Background in Lean, TPM, or RCM.
• Experience writing SOPs and Safe Systems of Work.
• H&S qualifications.
• Root cause analysis expertise.
• Project management experience.

Rewards & Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension (4% employer contribution).
• Life Assurance at 4x salary.
• Health Care Cash Plan (dental, optical, therapy, counselling).
• Holiday Purchase Scheme, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes.
• Family policies including hybrid working and enhanced parental leave.
• Diversity and inclusion activities, volunteering opportunities.
• Wellbeing programs, recognition schemes, training, and development opportunities.

About Us

Humdinger transforms coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into snacks and chocolates, known for quality and innovation. With locations in Heckington, Sherburn in Elmet, and Bromborough, we are part of the Zertus UK & Ireland Snacking & Chocolate Market Unit, collaborating with leading food manufacturers. Our brands include NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, and collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness, and Budweiser.

Application & Interview Process

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications will be reviewed, and shortlisted candidates contacted. Interviews may include a factory tour. Please inform us of any special arrangements needed. All data is handled in accordance with data protection laws.