Maintenance & Facilities Manager

Hunter Savage; Donegal; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Savage seeks an Engineering & Facilities Manager for a food manufacturing site near Derry/Donegal. You will lead a small engineering team, oversee plant and equipment including refrigeration and effluent systems, and drive a robust PPM programme alongside reactive maintenance.

The role requires strong maintenance expertise, 4–5 years of supervisory experience, and a proactive approach to compliance and continuous improvement. A clean driving licence and suitable commute are essential.

Qualifications

• HNC or higher qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or multi-skilled expertise across both disciplines.
• 4 to 5 years of supervisory or management experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of modern maintenance techniques and PPM implementation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and confidence in liaising with external bodies.
• A clean driving licence and the ability to commute within 30 to 60 minutes of the site.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small engineering team to ensure optimal performance of plant and equipment.
• Oversee refrigeration systems, effluent plant operations, and facilities maintenance.
• Develop and implement a strong PPM programme while addressing reactive maintenance needs.
• Collaborate with external bodies to ensure compliance with site accreditations and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe, efficient working environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Maintenance planning

PPM implementation

Problem solving

Driving licence

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Pneumatics

Welding

PLCs

6S

Job description

Job Title: Engineering & Facilities Manager | Food Manufacturing | Derry/Donegal

Description: A well-established food manufacturing business located just outside Derry City is seeking to appoint an experienced Engineering & Facilities Manager to take full ownership of the site services function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional to lead a small engineering team and oversee all aspects of plant and equipment, including refrigeration, effluent plant operations, and facilities maintenance. This hands-on leadership role requires a dynamic individual who can effectively balance reactive maintenance with the implementation of a robust planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programme.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Role

• Competitive salary package for the right candidate.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a small engineering team in a thriving food manufacturing environment.
• Located just outside Derry City, with a manageable commute from surrounding areas.

The Role

• Lead and manage a small engineering team to ensure optimal performance of plant and equipment.
• Oversee refrigeration systems, effluent plant operations, and facilities maintenance.
• Develop and implement a strong PPM programme while addressing reactive maintenance needs.
• Collaborate with external bodies to ensure compliance with site accreditations and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe, efficient working environment.

The Person

Essential:

• HNC or higher qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or multi-skilled expertise across both disciplines.
• 4 to 5 years of supervisory or management experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of modern maintenance techniques and PPM implementation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and confidence in liaising with external bodies.
• A clean driving licence and the ability to commute within 30 to 60 minutes of the site.

Desirable:

• Experience with Pneumatics, Welding, or PLCs.
• Background in food or red meat manufacturing.
• Familiarity with 6S and continuous improvement methodologies.

The Reward

• Competitive salary tailored to the experience and expertise of the successful candidate.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established and reputable food manufacturing business.
• A challenging and rewarding role with scope for professional growth and development.
• Supportive company culture that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Salary details are provided as a guide and are subject to negotiation based on experience and expertise. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.