Maintenance Manager Vacancies — Newcastle & North East

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Maintenance manager jobs in Newcastle and North East England

Nigel Wright Group is the leading and largest professional recruitment consultancy based in the North East of England. For over 35 years, we have promoted maintenance engineering job vacancies, including maintenance manager, maintenance technician, and maintenance supervisor job opportunities at a wide range of businesses operating in diverse sectors across the North East region.

Vacancies for maintenance managers, maintenance technicians, and maintenance supervisors

To discuss any of our current maintenance engineering job vacancies or find out more about registering your CV on our database, please contact us directly or use the chat function below to talk with a member of our support team. If you haven’t already done so, do take a moment to review the latest full-time and part-time maintenance engineer jobs in the North East on our vacancies page.

Careers in maintenance engineering

A maintenance engineer is responsible for ensuring that machinery, equipment, and infrastructure in a facility or production environment are running efficiently, reliably, and safely. Their main role is to minimise downtime by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing systems, often working in industrial, manufacturing, or facility environments. Here’s an overview of typical maintenance engineering job types and duties:

1. Preventive Maintenance

• Routine Inspections: Maintenance engineers schedule and perform regular inspections of machinery, equipment, and systems to identify potential issues before they lead to failure.
• Servicing and Calibration: They ensure machines are calibrated and serviced at regular intervals to keep them functioning at optimal performance.
• Maintenance Planning: They develop maintenance schedules, track equipment health, and implement preventive maintenance programs to reduce unexpected breakdowns.

2. Troubleshooting and Repairs

• Diagnosing Problems: When equipment malfunctions, maintenance engineers are tasked with quickly identifying the root cause of the problem using diagnostic tools and methods.
• Repairing Equipment: They conduct repairs or replace faulty parts on machinery, electrical systems, and production equipment to bring them back into service as soon as possible.
• Documentation: They document issues, repairs made, and changes to machinery so that a record of maintenance history is kept for future reference.

3. Emergency Breakdown Support

• Rapid Response: Maintenance engineers are often on call or available to respond quickly in the event of equipment failures to minimise downtime.
• Fault Analysis: After repairing breakdowns, they often perform fault analysis to prevent similar problems in the future and recommend improvements to the system.

4. Equipment Upgrades and Modifications

• Upgrading Systems: As part of improving operational efficiency, maintenance engineers may oversee the installation of upgrades to equipment or infrastructure.
• Modifications: They may modify machinery or equipment to meet new specifications, improve performance, or accommodate new production requirements.

5. Compliance with Safety and Regulatory Standards

• Health and Safety: Maintenance engineers must ensure that equipment is operating within safety regulations to prevent accidents or injuries.
• Compliance: They ensure compliance with local and international standards for equipment performance and workplace safety, often working closely with health and safety departments.

Risk Assessment: Maintenance engineers may conduct risk assessments and recommend safety measures to mitigate risks in machinery operations.

6. Collaboration with Other Departments

• Coordination with Production: Maintenance engineers work closely with production teams to schedule maintenance without disrupting manufacturing schedules.
• Vendor Management: When external contractors or suppliers are needed, maintenance engineers coordinate with them for repairs, installations, or upgrades.
• Training Staff: They may train other staff on the safe operation of equipment or how to conduct basic maintenance tasks.

7. Inventory Management and Spare Parts

• Managing Parts Inventory: Maintenance engineers are responsible for ensuring that critical spare parts and supplies are available for repair work.
• Supplier Relationships: They establish relationships with suppliers to source replacement parts or specialised tools needed for maintenance activities.

8. Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

• Monitoring Equipment: Maintenance engineers often use sensors, software, and data analytics to continuously monitor the performance of equipment and detect early signs of wear and tear.
• Efficiency Improvements: Impact company performance by seeking ways to continuously improve equipment, reduce energy usage, and increase the overall efficiency of the machinery.
• Process Optimisation: Based on data and observations, maintenance engineers recommend improvements to operational processes to enhance reliability and reduce costs.

9. Installation and Commissioning

• New Equipment Installation: Maintenance engineers may oversee or participate in the installation of new machinery or equipment.
• Testing and Commissioning: After installation, they test equipment to ensure that it meets performance standards and is operating correctly before it’s put into full use.

10. Data Management and Reporting

• Maintenance Logs: They keep detailed records of maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and parts replacements.
• Reporting: Maintenance engineers report to management on equipment performance, breakdown trends, and any recommendations for capital improvements.

Key Skills of a Maintenance Engineer

A typical maintenance engineering job description will ask prospective candidates to demonstrate the following skills and attributes: 

• Mechanical and Electrical Expertise: Deep knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automation.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to quickly diagnose and solve equipment issues under pressure.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in performing inspections, repairs, and modifications.
• Good Communication Skills: Ability to read blueprints, manuals, and technical drawings and to communicate complex issues.
• Time Management: Efficiently prioritising and executing tasks, especially when responding to emergencies.

In summary, a maintenance engineer’s role is vital for keeping equipment and facilities operational, preventing costly downtime, and ensuring the safety and longevity of machinery. Their work is a critical backbone for the functioning of any industrial, manufacturing, or commercial environment.

Our track record in promoting jobs for maintenance supervisors, technicians, and managers

We’re proud to represent North East businesses of all sizes. Our client portfolio consists of start-ups, SMEs, and FTSE and AIM-listed organisations active in the manufacturing, facilities management, utilities, aviation, automotive, and marine industries, among others.  Some of the companies that have used our expertise and strong networks to hire maintenance engineering talent include:

Searching for maintenance supervisor, maintenance technician, or maintenance manager jobs in North East England?

If you’re searching for maintenance engineer job vacancies including maintenance engineer contract jobs, please send your CV to the email address below. A member of our support team will forward it to the most appropriate recruitment consultant in either our Newcastle or Teesside offices. Alternatively, you can view our full-time permanent or contract maintenance engineer jobs here.

Want to know what the average salary is for maintenance manager or maintenance technician jobs in the North East? You can find all of our up-to-date Salary Reports here.

Maintenance Manager Vacancies Newcastle & North East England | Regional Contact Details

Consultants based at our Newcastle and Teesside offices have several years of experience in connecting prospective candidates with maintenance engineering job vacancies at local employers. Find all of the latest management, supervisor or technician maintenance job vacancies here.

Currently hiring in your maintenance team? If you require a maintenance engineer to join your team, please reach out to us via the details below. Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Newcastle Office

Telephone: +44 (0)191 222 0770

Email: marketingdept@nigelwright.com

Address: Lloyds Court, 78 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6AF, United Kingdom

Teesside Office

Telephone: +44 (0)1740 276 015

Email: marketingdept@nigelwright.com

Address: Wynyard Park House, Wynyard Avenue, Billingham, TS22 5TB, United Kingdom