Job Description:

Maintenance Manager

Location: Dudley

Competitive Salary

Hours: Mornings 06:00 – 14:00

Sector: Manufacturing / Heavy Industry

Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to take ownership of engineering and maintenance operations at a busy manufacturing site in Dudley.

This opportunity would suit either an experienced Maintenance Manager or a Maintenance Supervisor ready to step into a broader leadership role. The position offers a balance of team leadership and practical, on-the-ground engineering involvement.

You will lead a small team of multi-skilled engineers while driving reliability, improving maintenance systems, and ensuring efficient production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of 3 multi-skilled maintenance engineers
• Take ownership of all planned and reactive maintenance activities
• Develop and enhance preventative maintenance (PPM) systems
• Improve equipment reliability and minimise downtime
• Manage contractors, suppliers, and maintenance budgets
• Drive continuous improvement and TPM initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and statutory requirements
• Support site projects including installation, upgrades, and equipment changes

Candidate Profile

• Experience as a Maintenance Manager, Supervisor, or Lead Engineer within manufacturing
• Strong hands-on engineering background (electrical or mechanical)
• Good working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems
• Experience managing preventative maintenance systems and breakdown response
• Ability to lead a team while remaining operationally involved
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable:

• HNC or equivalent in Engineering
• 18th Edition and/or IOSH certification
• Experience within heavy industry, foundry, or similar environments

Why Apply:

Opportunity to take ownership of maintenance strategy and systems

Small team environment with real autonomy and influence

Balanced role combining leadership and hands-on engineering

Established and stable manufacturing business

Scope to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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