Job Description

The Role: Maintenance Supervisor
This role exists to ensure the smooth, safe, and reliable running of all building facilities and production equipment, with a strong focus on detergent filling lines and related machinery. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day maintenance activities, diagnosing faults, executing repairs, and implementing preventive maintenance routines. The position plays a critical role in minimising downtime and supporting uninterrupted production in a high-volume environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and execute daily maintenance activities across all equipment, facilities, and utilities
Respond quickly to machinery breakdowns to reduce downtime
Maintain, service, and optimise detergent filling machinery and other production equipment
Conduct routine inspections and implement preventative maintenance schedules
Manage maintenance logs, checklists, shutdown planning, and SHEQ compliance records
Supervise junior maintenance staff and coordinate external contractors
Manage and monitor critical spares inventory
Support production teams with technical troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency
About You
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing maintenance role
Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance background
Hands-on experience with filling or packing machinery (detergent, chemical, FMCG, or similar)
Proven fault-finding ability across mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems
Experience supervising maintenance teams or technicians
Solid knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and safety regulations
Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive, on-the-floor approach
Able to work under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced production environment
Organised, communicative, and safety-conscious with high attention to detail

Skills Required