44 Maintenance Operations jobs in the United Kingdom

Company

Innova Search are proudly supporting a leading chemical manufacturing business with the appointment of a Maintenance Operations Engineer. Our client is an organisation with a strong culture of collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, offering employees the chance to make a real impact in an industry that touches lives every day. With a strong presence in the UK and a state-of-the-art manufacturing and R&D facility, they play a crucial role in producing high-quality products at scale.

Role

This position will deliver hands-on engineering support, addressing daily issues that affect manufacturing, quality, or EHS, while serving as the primary engineering point of contact for onsite production areas.

You will work as the key link between Maintenance Engineering and the Process Team, ensuring that all equipment is safely maintained, compliant, and kept in a qualified state where necessary.

Additionally, you will act as the user representative for major capital projects within the manufacturing areas you support.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with engineering planners and supervisors to integrate urgent tasks into the schedule, ensuring adequate staffing
• Identify and address gaps in the maintenance system (e.g., spare parts, preventive maintenance), escalating issues when necessary
• Develop and update job plans for equipment within your area of expertise or when duties/equipment change.
• Maintain and revise equipment-specific maintenance SOPs for your area of responsibility
• Report key maintenance metrics and KPIs to the Process Team, Maintenance huddles, and other relevant meetings
• Manage minor equipment replacements or like-for-like changes in line with site change management procedures
• Serve as the user representative for capital projects involving the replacement of individual equipment items
• Participate in FMEA studies, contributing technical knowledge of equipment and facilities
• Investigate non-critical equipment or maintenance failures, documenting findings in the event management system
• Collaborate with Reliability, TechOps, Operations, and Quality teams to identify equipment improvement and optimisation opportunities
• Act as the subject matter expert during internal and external audits
• Provide on-site support and coaching to maintenance and operations personnel within your area
• Understand and uphold key process safety and environmental protections related to manufacturing equipment
• Offer site-wide support as needed, depending on skill set

Experience

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering discipline degree qualified/apprenticeship trained, or equivalent
• Multi-skilled (mechanical & electrical) background preferred
• Experience of working on a GMP manufacturing site
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical principles/regulations
• Proven experience of hands-on maintenance and servicing of capital machinery

Company

Innova Search are proudly supporting a leading chemical manufacturing business with the appointment of a Maintenance Operations Engineer. Our client is an organisation with a strong culture of collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, offering employees the chance to make a real impact in an industry that touches lives every day. With a strong presence in the UK and a state-of-the-art manufacturing and R&D facility, they play a crucial role in producing high-quality products at scale.

Role

This position will deliver hands-on engineering support, addressing daily issues that affect manufacturing, quality, or EHS, while serving as the primary engineering point of contact for onsite production areas.

You will work as the key link between Maintenance Engineering and the Process Team, ensuring that all equipment is safely maintained, compliant, and kept in a qualified state where necessary.

Additionally, you will act as the user representative for major capital projects within the manufacturing areas you support.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with engineering planners and supervisors to integrate urgent tasks into the schedule, ensuring adequate staffing
• Identify and address gaps in the maintenance system (e.g., spare parts, preventive maintenance), escalating issues when necessary
• Develop and update job plans for equipment within your area of expertise or when duties/equipment change.
• Maintain and revise equipment-specific maintenance SOPs for your area of responsibility
• Report key maintenance metrics and KPIs to the Process Team, Maintenance huddles, and other relevant meetings
• Manage minor equipment replacements or like-for-like changes in line with site change management procedures
• Serve as the user representative for capital projects involving the replacement of individual equipment items
• Participate in FMEA studies, contributing technical knowledge of equipment and facilities
• Investigate non-critical equipment or maintenance failures, documenting findings in the event management system
• Collaborate with Reliability, TechOps, Operations, and Quality teams to identify equipment improvement and optimisation opportunities
• Act as the subject matter expert during internal and external audits
• Provide on-site support and coaching to maintenance and operations personnel within your area
• Understand and uphold key process safety and environmental protections related to manufacturing equipment
• Offer site-wide support as needed, depending on skill set

Experience

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering discipline degree qualified/apprenticeship trained, or equivalent
• Multi-skilled (mechanical & electrical) background preferred
• Experience of working on a GMP manufacturing site
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical principles/regulations
• Proven experience of hands-on maintenance and servicing of capital machinery

Company

Innova Search are proudly supporting a leading chemical manufacturing business with the appointment of a Maintenance Operations Engineer. Our client is an organisation with a strong culture of collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, offering employees the chance to make a real impact in an industry that touches lives every day. With a strong presence in the UK and a state-of-the-art manufacturing and R&D facility, they play a crucial role in producing high-quality products at scale.

Role

This position will deliver hands-on engineering support, addressing daily issues that affect manufacturing, quality, or EHS, while serving as the primary engineering point of contact for onsite production areas.

You will work as the key link between Maintenance Engineering and the Process Team, ensuring that all equipment is safely maintained, compliant, and kept in a qualified state where necessary.

Additionally, you will act as the user representative for major capital projects within the manufacturing areas you support.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with engineering planners and supervisors to integrate urgent tasks into the schedule, ensuring adequate staffing
• Identify and address gaps in the maintenance system (e.g., spare parts, preventive maintenance), escalating issues when necessary
• Develop and update job plans for equipment within your area of expertise or when duties/equipment change.
• Maintain and revise equipment-specific maintenance SOPs for your area of responsibility
• Report key maintenance metrics and KPIs to the Process Team, Maintenance huddles, and other relevant meetings
• Manage minor equipment replacements or like-for-like changes in line with site change management procedures
• Serve as the user representative for capital projects involving the replacement of individual equipment items
• Participate in FMEA studies, contributing technical knowledge of equipment and facilities
• Investigate non-critical equipment or maintenance failures, documenting findings in the event management system
• Collaborate with Reliability, TechOps, Operations, and Quality teams to identify equipment improvement and optimisation opportunities
• Act as the subject matter expert during internal and external audits
• Provide on-site support and coaching to maintenance and operations personnel within your area
• Understand and uphold key process safety and environmental protections related to manufacturing equipment
• Offer site-wide support as needed, depending on skill set

Experience

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering discipline degree qualified/apprenticeship trained, or equivalent
• Multi-skilled (mechanical & electrical) background preferred
• Experience of working on a GMP manufacturing site
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical principles/regulations
• Proven experience of hands-on maintenance and servicing of capital machinery

Housing Repairs & Maintenance Operations Manager Required To Work With Leading And Highly Reputable Housing Association based in the Nottinghamshire Region.

My client requires a high experienced and professional housing repairs and maintenance operation manager to join their award winning maintenance division based in Nottinghamshire.

This is a great opportunity to shape how our client delivers responsive repairs, void refurbishments, and planned works across the Nottingham, Worksop and Newark area-ensuring every customer experience reflects the clients values of care, consistency, and accountability.

You'll be the driving force behind a high-performing, multi-skilled team. You'll lead with purpose, inspire a culture of ownership, and ensure our services are safe, efficient, and customer focused.

Your leadership will directly impact customer satisfaction, operational performance, and employee engagement-making a real difference in the communities we serve.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and motivating a team of Locality Area Managers, In-Day Schedulers, and Trade Operatives
• Delivering high-quality customer-first services with right-first-time repairs and voids
• Embedding a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
• Managing budgets and resources effectively and delivering value for money
• Using data and insight to inform decisions and improve performance.
• Collaborating across Housing, Neighbourhoods, Commercial, and Asset teams to deliver a seamless, locality-based service

It is Essential that you'll bring

• Strong technical knowledge of property maintenance and building compliance.
• Up-to-date understanding of Health & Safety legislation, Decent Homes Standard, and HHSRS
• Proven experience in leading teams and driving service improvements.
• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a focus on coaching and development
• An HNC/HND in Construction or Building Management (or working towards) and/or CIH Level 4

You'll be measured on success by:

• 95% of repairs and voids completed within target.
• 85% first-time fix rate
• 95% customer satisfaction with repairs and estates
• Improvements delivered, cost-efficiency, and sustainability outcomes.

Job Details:

Salary: 59,693 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Location: Nottinghamshire (Nottingham, Newark & Worksop)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Holiday: 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Pension scheme: Matched with min contribution of 3% up to 6% so combined max would be 12%

Interested? Call Sam Hayes on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Housing Repairs & Maintenance Operations Manager Required To Work With Leading And Highly Reputable Housing Association based in the Nottinghamshire Region.

My client requires a high experienced and professional housing repairs and maintenance operation manager to join their award winning maintenance division based in Nottinghamshire.

This is a great opportunity to shape how our client delivers responsive repairs, void refurbishments, and planned works across the Nottingham, Worksop and Newark area-ensuring every customer experience reflects the clients values of care, consistency, and accountability.

You'll be the driving force behind a high-performing, multi-skilled team. You'll lead with purpose, inspire a culture of ownership, and ensure our services are safe, efficient, and customer focused.

Your leadership will directly impact customer satisfaction, operational performance, and employee engagement-making a real difference in the communities we serve.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and motivating a team of Locality Area Managers, In-Day Schedulers, and Trade Operatives
• Delivering high-quality customer-first services with right-first-time repairs and voids
• Embedding a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
• Managing budgets and resources effectively and delivering value for money
• Using data and insight to inform decisions and improve performance.
• Collaborating across Housing, Neighbourhoods, Commercial, and Asset teams to deliver a seamless, locality-based service

It is Essential that you'll bring

• Strong technical knowledge of property maintenance and building compliance.
• Up-to-date understanding of Health & Safety legislation, Decent Homes Standard, and HHSRS
• Proven experience in leading teams and driving service improvements.
• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a focus on coaching and development
• An HNC/HND in Construction or Building Management (or working towards) and/or CIH Level 4

You'll be measured on success by:

• 95% of repairs and voids completed within target.
• 85% first-time fix rate
• 95% customer satisfaction with repairs and estates
• Improvements delivered, cost-efficiency, and sustainability outcomes.

Job Details:

Salary: 59,693 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Location: Nottinghamshire (Nottingham, Newark & Worksop)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Holiday: 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Pension scheme: Matched with min contribution of 3% up to 6% so combined max would be 12%

Interested? Call Sam Hayes on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Our client, a major industrial manufacturing facility, is seeking a highly experienced and proactive Senior Facilities Maintenance & Operations Manager to oversee all aspects of building services and infrastructure in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK . This hands-on role is critical to ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of our extensive site. You will be responsible for leading a team of maintenance engineers and technicians, managing budgets, developing preventative maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations. This is an essential on-site position, requiring your constant presence to effectively manage and direct operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and directing the day-to-day operations of the facilities maintenance department.
• Developing and implementing comprehensive preventative and reactive maintenance strategies for all plant equipment, utilities, and building systems.
• Overseeing the maintenance and repair of electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, and structural elements.
• Leading, training, and mentoring a team of skilled maintenance technicians and engineers.
• Managing vendor relationships and ensuring contractors adhere to safety protocols and performance standards.
• Developing and managing departmental budgets, including capital expenditure planning.
• Ensuring strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Implementing and maintaining robust asset management systems and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Conducting regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and areas for improvement.
• Responding to and coordinating emergency repair efforts as needed.
• Continuously seeking opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.

The ideal candidate will possess a HND/HNC or Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Facilities Management) or a related discipline, coupled with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in facilities management, ideally within a large-scale manufacturing or industrial environment. A strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and building systems is essential. Proven experience in leading and managing technical teams, developing budgets, and implementing maintenance programs is required. Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills are paramount. NEBOSH or IOSH certification is highly desirable. The ability to work effectively under pressure and make critical decisions quickly is essential for this role.

Housing Repairs & Maintenance Operations Manager Required To Work With Leading And Highly Reputable Housing Association based in the Nottinghamshire Region.

My client requires a high experienced and professional housing repairs and maintenance operation manager to join their award winning maintenance division based in Nottinghamshire.

This is a great opportunity to shape how our client delivers responsive repairs, void refurbishments, and planned works across the Nottingham, Worksop and Newark area-ensuring every customer experience reflects the clients values of care, consistency, and accountability.

You'll be the driving force behind a high-performing, multi-skilled team. You'll lead with purpose, inspire a culture of ownership, and ensure our services are safe, efficient, and customer focused.

Your leadership will directly impact customer satisfaction, operational performance, and employee engagement-making a real difference in the communities we serve.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and motivating a team of Locality Area Managers, In-Day Schedulers, and Trade Operatives
• Delivering high-quality customer-first services with right-first-time repairs and voids
• Embedding a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
• Managing budgets and resources effectively and delivering value for money
• Using data and insight to inform decisions and improve performance.
• Collaborating across Housing, Neighbourhoods, Commercial, and Asset teams to deliver a seamless, locality-based service

It is Essential that you'll bring

• Strong technical knowledge of property maintenance and building compliance.
• Up-to-date understanding of Health & Safety legislation, Decent Homes Standard, and HHSRS
• Proven experience in leading teams and driving service improvements.
• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a focus on coaching and development
• An HNC/HND in Construction or Building Management (or working towards) and/or CIH Level 4

You'll be measured on success by:

• 95% of repairs and voids completed within target.
• 85% first-time fix rate
• 95% customer satisfaction with repairs and estates
• Improvements delivered, cost-efficiency, and sustainability outcomes.

Job Details:

Salary: 59,693 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Location: Nottinghamshire (Nottingham, Newark & Worksop)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Holiday: 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Pension scheme: Matched with min contribution of 3% up to 6% so combined max would be 12%

Interested? Call Sam Hayes on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

INDPS

Housing Repairs & Maintenance Operations Manager Required To Work With Leading And Highly Reputable Housing Association based in the Nottinghamshire Region.

My client requires a high experienced and professional housing repairs and maintenance operation manager to join their award winning maintenance division based in Nottinghamshire.

This is a great opportunity to shape how our client delivers responsive repairs, void refurbishments, and planned works across the Nottingham, Worksop and Newark area-ensuring every customer experience reflects the clients values of care, consistency, and accountability.

You'll be the driving force behind a high-performing, multi-skilled team. You'll lead with purpose, inspire a culture of ownership, and ensure our services are safe, efficient, and customer focused.

Your leadership will directly impact customer satisfaction, operational performance, and employee engagement-making a real difference in the communities we serve.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and motivating a team of Locality Area Managers, In-Day Schedulers, and Trade Operatives
• Delivering high-quality customer-first services with right-first-time repairs and voids
• Embedding a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
• Managing budgets and resources effectively and delivering value for money
• Using data and insight to inform decisions and improve performance.
• Collaborating across Housing, Neighbourhoods, Commercial, and Asset teams to deliver a seamless, locality-based service

It is Essential that you'll bring

• Strong technical knowledge of property maintenance and building compliance.
• Up-to-date understanding of Health & Safety legislation, Decent Homes Standard, and HHSRS
• Proven experience in leading teams and driving service improvements.
• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a focus on coaching and development
• An HNC/HND in Construction or Building Management (or working towards) and/or CIH Level 4

You'll be measured on success by:

• 95% of repairs and voids completed within target.
• 85% first-time fix rate
• 95% customer satisfaction with repairs and estates
• Improvements delivered, cost-efficiency, and sustainability outcomes.

Job Details:

Salary: 59,693 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Location: Nottinghamshire (Nottingham, Newark & Worksop)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Holiday: 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Pension scheme: Matched with min contribution of 3% up to 6% so combined max would be 12%

Interested? Call Sam Hayes on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

INDPS

**Job Description**
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
**Fixed Wing Mechanical Maintenance Technician**
Major UK programmes such as Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A and E7 Wedgetail are supported and delivered by Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) Ltd, a subsidiary of The Boeing Company. Employing more than 1,700 people, BDUK also provides engineering sustainment and support for aircraft in service with the UK armed forces, along with virtual and instructor-led training. Leveraging our established defence business in the UK, and blending our local expertise with our 'One Boeing' global approach. BDUK is well positioned to support the UK with its current and future defence and security challenges.
As a BDUK employee, you will have access to flexible benefits packages, employee incentive programs and study assistance. You will also have access to many resources to inform and support your development throughout your career with us. While we work in agile and dynamic engineering environments, your wellbeing is important to us and we strive to find a healthy life balance and ethical team culture with a strong emphasis on openness, collaboration, innovation, safety and first-time quality.
The person chosen to fill this position will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation within BDUK, working as part of a team in support of our key programmes. The person chosen will be responsible to ensure established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance.
The role requires an individual with good communication skills, with the ability to distribute and sequence technical work requirements to their team, controlling demanding workloads, whilst delivering to a high standard, and maintaining schedule. The candidate must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents, drawings and associated publications. They must possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and the application of these requirements within their area of responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA).
**Responsibilities:**
+ Deliver aircraft maintenance and flight line duties under Boeing's own MAA MRP part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.
+ Be a flexible and proactive team member - initially performing duties within the E-7 Flight Test team. Following completion of E-7 Flight Testing this role will be absorbed into the BDUK MRO Fixed Wing Team - delivering maintenance on both P-8A and E-7. Travel to Boscombe Down will be required as part of E-7 Flight Test.
+ Assemble, disassemble and/or modify systems by changing, removing, replacing and/or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
+ Perform routine troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems, such as pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical/electronic to isolate faults and repair faulty components within guidelines published in authorised maintenance documents.
+ Be flexible with work locations and work times to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to customer.
+ Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others appropriate to their role.
+ Exercise, or work under appropriate supervision for the role.
+ Mitigate immediate risks including 'stop work' as well as escalate emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.
+ Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects as required.
+ Where directed, exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing Apprentices or Trainees as well as Apprentice/Trainee mentoring.
+ Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture.
Normally reporting to a Supervisor, this role primarily conducts assigned maintenance tasks. Must be capable of understanding, interpreting and implementing technical information and ensure that work/tasks completed by them have been carried out in accordance with the Approved Technical Data. They will be responsible to control and sequence their individual workload, to ensure acceptable work standards, quality and performance.
**Qualifications/Experience Required:**
+ Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or trade training equivalent.
+ Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and processes applicable to the aviation environment (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH).
+ Experience in either commercial or defence would be considered.
+ Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite.
+ Be an effective team member
**Work Authorisation:**
This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.
Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
**Security Clearance:**
This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance (SC) for which UK residency is required. All information will be checked and verified.
**Relocation:**
This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
**Flexible working:**
This role is a fully onsite role with a requirement to adhere to a fixed shift pattern covering 37.5 hours per week. Part time arrangements will be seriously considered and accepted where possible. Please talk to us about your needs.
**Becoming a Boeing Defence UK Employee**
As a Boeing Defence UK employee, you'll have the freedom to choose a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements and incentive programmes, and you'll have access to a range of resources and tools to support your professional growth, health, and wellbeing.
The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
+ Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
+ Continuous learning - you'll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
+ Success as defined by you - we'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
+ Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
+ 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
+ Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution
+ Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
+ Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
+ 4x annual salary life insurance
+ Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
+ Access to Boeing's Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
Applications for this position will be accepted until **Oct. 03, 2025**
**Export Control Details:** Non - US based job
**Relocation**
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
**Security Clearance**
This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
**Shift**
Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
**Equal Opportunity Employer:**
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.