Maintenance Manager

Finecast Foundry; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering manufacturing firm located in Littlehampton is looking for a dedicated Multiskilled Maintenance Manager to provide essential engineering support. The role involves conducting preventative and reactive maintenance on equipment, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and mentoring apprentices. The ideal candidate will possess a formal engineering qualification and relevant experience in a manufacturing environment. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer for the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Formal Multiskilled Engineering training qualification required.
• Proven experience in Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance of manufacturing plant and systems.
• Experience troubleshooting control systems and PLC-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance activities.
• Rapidly address equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Uphold Environmental, Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Maintenance

PLC Programming

Troubleshooting

Mentorship

Education

ONC/Level 3 Engineering Qualification

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

GEM PLC

SCADA

Gas Safe Certification

BOAS Boiler Certificate

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Multiskilled Maintenance Manager to join our maintenance team, providing essential engineering technical support across our site manufacturing operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring optimal plant reliability and performance through efficient preventative maintenance and effective response to equipment and plant issues.

Job Description

Finecast Foundry is Progressive Engineering and a Global Name in Engineering manufacturing products for the aeronautical, high end automotive industry and military industry. Over the past 5 years Finecast has invested several million into new equipment, including a 3D sand printer, thermal reclamation unit, an X-ray and CT scanner and more. Owing to large new contracts recently won, we are recruiting a Maintenance Manager on a permanent basis for their Engineering & Manufacturing HQ in the Littlehampton area (Sussex). Reporting into the Foundry Manager, the Maintenance Manager will be a key part of the Business Leadership Team, responsible for Manufacturing Operations Maintenance, Safety and Environment & Strategic Focus of the Manufacturing Operations Function.

Responsibilities

• Conduct both preventative and reactive maintenance across all equipment and plant facilities under the direction of the Maintenance Manager and Supervisor, focusing on our foundry/manufacturing.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine servicing as per manufacturer recommendations.
• Rapidly address equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Troubleshoot, fault find, and repair defects on machines and equipment.
• Engage in fault finding on control system and PLC-based systems, instrument calibration, and overhead crane maintenance.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Uphold the company’s Environmental, Health & Safety procedures by always working safely.
• Mentor apprentices, providing guidance and support.
• Maintain clean and safe work practices, aligning with 5S protocol and supporting continuous improvement and BEST lean programme efforts.

Experience & Qualifications

• A formal Multiskilled Engineering training qualification (apprenticeship leading to minimum ONC/Level 3).
• Proven experience in Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance of manufacturing plant and systems (Hydraulic/Pneumatic, Gas burner controls, Electrical Control Panels, PLC Control systems, Overhead Cranes).
• Experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens, and GEM PLCs, SCADA, MS Office, Gas Safe certification, BOAS Boiler certificate.
• PLC Programming.

What we offer

For the successful Maintenance Manager, a highly competitive salary & package reflective of experience is on offer and this Maintenance Manager role is commutable from Brighton and Hove, Crawley, Portsmouth.