Manufacturing Maintenance Leader – Equipment Reliability

Hempel Group; Darwen; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier of coating solutions is seeking a Maintenance Manager for their Darwen manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will lead all maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and compliance with safety standards. Applicants should have experience in engineering or maintenance management, complemented by strong leadership and analytical skills. A degree or apprenticeship in engineering is essential, while a NEBOSH Certificate is preferred. This role offers the chance to impact operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for global career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an engineering or maintenance management role within manufacturing.
• Strong planning, analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience managing budgets, costs, and engineering performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop all site maintenance activities.
• Manage asset reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Own the maintenance budget and contractor costs.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Budget management

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering degree/Engineering Apprenticeship

NEBOSH Certificate

Job description

A leading global supplier of coating solutions is seeking a Maintenance Manager for their Darwen manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will lead all maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and compliance with safety standards. Applicants should have experience in engineering or maintenance management, complemented by strong leadership and analytical skills. A degree or apprenticeship in engineering is essential, while a NEBOSH Certificate is preferred. This role offers the chance to impact operational excellence in a dynamic environment.