Chaberton Professionals, a division ofChaberton Partnersspecialized in the recruitment of Middle and Top Management profiles, is currently supporting a key player in theindustrial food manufacturing sector, focused on high-volume production for the foodservice and Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) channels. On their behalf, we are currently looking for aMaintenance and Facility Manager. Key Responsibilities : Lead and coordinate all maintenance and facilities activities to ensure optimal performance, safety, and reliability of production assets and infrastructure; Oversee both reactive and preventive maintenance for process equipment, packaging systems, utilities (including steam and ammonia-based refrigeration systems), and facility infrastructure; Develop and implement maintenance strategies and capital improvement plans for equipment and building systems; Supervise and develop maintenance teams, managing scheduling, training, performance, and workload distribution; Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all maintenance and facilities operations; Monitor equipment performance and facility conditions, analyzing downtime and implementing continuous improvement actions; Oversee service contracts and manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and consultants for technical services and facilities support; Manage the maintenance and facilities budget, spare parts inventory, and procurement planning; Coordinate with other departments (Production, Quality, HSE, Engineering) to ensure alignment of technical and operational priorities; Participate in and support site-wide safety initiatives and audits, contributing to a culture of safety and excellence; Prepare and maintain documentation, KPIs, and regular reports to senior management.Required Qualifications and Skills : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field); At least 5 years of experience in maintenance and / or facilities management within a structured manufacturing environment – food or process industry experience preferred; Strong knowledge of utilities systems, facility operations, and building maintenance; Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage cross-functional collaboration; Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; Proficiency in maintenance planning tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, MS Project, etc.); Fluent in English (written and spoken); Knowledge of applicable safety, environmental, and building regulations; Hands-on, proactive, and results-oriented approach.
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