Maintenance ManagerLocation: Little Island, CorkDepartment: MaintenanceReports to: General ManagerAbout the RoleElis, a leader in textile, hygiene, and facility services, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance and engineering across our multi-site facility in Little Island, Cork.You will be responsible for ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency, while leading and developing a large technical team.
You will manage preventative maintenance, diagnostics, CAPEX projects, budgets, and the TOMS Maintenance System to drive excellence across the site.Benefits include:Competitive salary with performance incentivesPension plan and life assuranceHealth and wellbeing initiativesOpportunities for career progression and professional developmentSupportive and collaborative work environmentKey ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the day-to-day maintenance operations, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum equipment reliability.Oversee and optimise the preventative maintenance programme using TOMS CMMS.Plan and manage CAPEX and engineering projects from design through to installation and commissioning.Develop, monitor, and manage maintenance budgets, including forecasting and cost control.Lead, mentor, and develop a large technical team, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.Diagnose and troubleshoot complex equipment faults to minimise production disruption.Maintain maintenance procedures, SOPs, and documentation, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.Drive initiatives to improve asset reliability, efficiency, and process improvement.Collaborate closely with production, quality, and H&S teams to support seamless operations.Skills & Experience RequiredQualified Electrical or Mechanical Engineer (trade or third-level qualification)2-3 years' experience as a Senior Maintenance Supervisor managing a large teamProven maintenance management experience in linen, food, meat, or plastics manufacturingStrong leadership, budgeting, CAPEX project management, and troubleshooting skillsHands-on experience with CMMS (TOMS) and plant utilitiesTake the lead in shaping a high-performing maintenance function in a dynamic, global company committed to operational excellence and sustainability.
Apply today and join the Elis team!