Maintenance Manager

Position

Maintenance Manager

£50,000 + excellent benefits package

High Wycombe, UK

My client is a leading British office furniture manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for design, craftsmanship, and innovation. Their products combine engineering precision with ergonomic performance, aesthetic appeal, and sustainable design practices. With a strong focus on low-carbon processes, recycled materials, and long-life modular systems, they are committed to shaping work spaces that balance well-being, functionality, and environmental responsibility.

You would be joining a forward-thinking, hands-on team where attention to detail, continuous improvement, and pride in production excellence underpin everything they do.

Reporting to the Production Director, the Maintenance Manager will oversee the upkeep, repair, and optimisation of all machinery, equipment, and facilities within the manufacturing site. This is a leadership role that combines technical expertise with team management, ensuring maximum uptime, efficiency, and compliance with health and safety standards.

• Develop and implement a robust maintenance strategy to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a proactive and safety-first culture.

• Manage preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and extend equipment life.

• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues quickly to avoid production delays.

• Oversee facility maintenance including electrical, plumbing, heating, and building upkeep.

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Drive continuous improvement by analysing performance data and recommending cost-effective solutions.

• Manage relationships with contractors and suppliers for specialist services.

• Oversee stock of spare parts and supplies, ensuring availability for critical repairs.

• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections, repairs, and compliance audits.

• Experienced maintenance professional with at least 5 years in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Strong technical knowledge across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a team.

• Excellent problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments.

• Managerial experience and knowledge of heating systems, CNC machinery, extraction systems, sprinkler systems.

• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices (RAMS, COSHH, Fire Safety).

• Relevant engineering or maintenance qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, HNC) desirable.

• Proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented with a strong hands-on work ethic.