D R Newitt are working with a close client who are currently seeking a Maintenance Engineering Manager to join the team on a permannet basis.

The client are a highly respected specialist within the food and drink production industry.

On offer is a salary of circa -50,000 plus benefits.

You will be based out of the company''s Gloucestershire office, with regular travel to their various sites.

Key duties:

• Oversee day-to-day facilities management across all locations
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules
• Ensure timely resolution of reactive issues
• Contractor & Supplier Management:
• Manage external contractors and service providers
• Monitor SLAs and ensure value for money
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, fire, and food safety
• Manage statutory inspections and certifications-
• Maintain key equipment including refrigeration and kitchen equipment
• Track asset performance and reliability
• Manage maintenance budgets and control costs Identify opportunities to reduce reactive spend
• Support store openings, refurbishments, and fit-outs Ensure site readiness and compliance-
• Improve systems and maintenance tracking
• Drive efficiency and sustainability initiatives

Candidate requirements:

• Experience in facilities/maintenance within retail or food environments
• Understanding of building systems and compliance
• Multi-site experience
• Contractor management experience
• Strong budgeting and organisational skills

If this sounds like the ideal next opportunity in your career, please don''t hesitate in applying.