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We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance function at our large-scale AO Recycling plant in Telford, a 24/7 operational site processing fridges and other Large Domestic Appliances (LDA). This is a role with full responsibility for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant and equipment across the site. You will lead maintenance delivery across a complex, highly automated recycling facility, managing supervisors and multi-skilled technicians and driving a strong planned maintenance culture. The Maintenance Manager will work closely with Operations and senior site leadership team and will report to a Site Engineering Manager as the engineering structure continues to develop.
Job Responsibility:
Lead, manage, and develop maintenance supervisors and mechanical/electrical technicians
Ensure effective shift coverage and skills availability across a 24/7 operation
Set, measure and report clear standards of maintenance performance and safety
Own all planned, preventive, and reactive maintenance activities
Ensure high PPM compliance leading to reduced unplanned downtime
Lead root cause analysis and reliability improvements
Own and control the CMMS, including asset data, work orders, and reporting
Drive consistent CMMS use across all shifts
Champion safe systems of work including LOTOTO and permit-to-work
Control contractor activities and support audits and compliance
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a maintenance leadership role within an industrial or process environment
Experience managing maintenance in a 24/7 operation
Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary mechanical and electrical teams
Strong working knowledge of PLC-controlled and automated plants
Demonstrable CMMS ownership and PPM management
Strong health, safety, and contractor management background
NVQ Level 3 / Apprenticeship or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Technical certificate in a relevant discipline (City & Guilds, B-Tech, HNC or equivalent)
What we offer:
Holidays
25 days holiday
Pension
Contribute 5% of your annual salary and we'll do the same
Be a VIP at the AO Arena
we have loads of opportunities to win free tickets and pre-sale access
Health & wellbeing
discounted gym membership
Help @ Hand scheme giving you access to virtual GP’s, Mental Health support and much more
Discounts
exclusive discounts across our product range
Family leave
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave
Making a difference
2 fully paid days a year to donate your time to any charity of your choice
Free Food Thursday - Last Thursday of every month, lunch is on us