Maintenance Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join our client’s manufacturing operation in Inverness. This position is responsible for leading maintenance activities within a designated area of the plant, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective asset performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

• Provide strong EHS leadership to direct reports.
• Ensure safe systems of work are developed, implemented, and adhered to.
• Maintain plant and environmental equipment in a safe and compliant condition.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and reinforce safe working practices.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation and company standards.

Maintenance Planning & Asset Reliability

• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities to maximise asset availability and performance.
• Work with the Maintenance Planner to schedule routine work at least two weeks in advance and major shutdowns up to six months in advance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance programmes.
• Utilise predictive and condition-based maintenance techniques.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and provide structured feedback to the team.
• Promote operator asset care initiatives.
• Optimise equipment lifecycle costs through effective decision-making.

Resource & Budget Management

• Develop and manage workforce resource plans.
• Control contractor usage and ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget.
• Manage maintenance expenditure within allocated budgets.
• Review and manage spare parts inventory requirements.
• Support risk management and contingency planning processes.

Leadership & Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop maintenance personnel.
• Implement individual development plans and support skills progression.
• Encourage effective communication and collaboration across departments.
• Communicate KPIs and operational performance clearly to the team.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintenance improvement programmes.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Previous supervisory experience within a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance background (electrical knowledge advantageous).
• Experience implementing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Demonstrable experience in structured maintenance planning.
• Sound knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Experience conducting root cause analysis.
• Budget and contractor management experience.
• Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Personal Attributes

• Strong safety awareness and commitment to compliance.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams effectively.
• Structured and proactive approach to work planning.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on performance improvement.
• High standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation.

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