Maintenance Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnered with La Boulangère to recruit a Maintenance Manager for their new Lincolnshire site.

La Boulangère are an established manufacturer of bread, brioche and pastries who have 7 highly successful manufacturing sites in France. La Boulangère are now opening their first site in the UK (Lincolnshire) to replicate the process in France and ensure their desired products are more available across the UK.

Salary - £60,000-£69,000 (depending on experience) + bonus

Working hours – Monday-Friday – Flexible working hours (core hours 10am-3pm)

Role and responsibilities of the Maintenance Manager;

• Setting up the functioning of the Engineering department for new production facilities, including corrective and preventive maintenance programs
• Lead the installation and commissioning of new equipment (2 production lines) during an 18-month start-up programme
• Provide technical engineering expertise to site teams, troubleshooting complex issues and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Implement and manage a CMMS system, ensuring accurate maintenance planning, scheduling, and reporting
• Set the example for the site team in food safety, quality, health and safety, and compliance with regulatory standards
• Manage a department of 11 people (1 controls engineer, 9 engineers, 1 stores and systems coordinator) including recruitment, development, and performance management

We are keen to speak with Maintenance Managers with the following;

• Level 3 or above in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Previous maintenance leadership/managerial experience within a manufacturing environment
• Hands on approach to understand the process, lead and develop the team from the front
• Forward-thinker and career driven as opportunities may arise in line with the company’s growth plans

 The Person

You’re the kind of leader who gets stuck in and leads from the front. Hands-on, approachable, and visible, you know that the best way to get a team moving is by inspiring confidence, not barking orders. You value people, recognise their efforts, and create an environment where your team feels empowered to take ownership and do their best work.

Problem-solving and process improvement are in your DNA. You take pride in making things run smoothly, supporting your colleagues, and building a department that performs consistently and safely. You’re passionate about developing your team, spotting talent, and helping people grow in their careers while keeping standards high.

This isn’t a role for someone looking to clock in and tick boxes. You’ll shape a new operation, see the tangible impact of your decisions, and build a culture where people feel proud of what they achieve together. You thrive on challenge, enjoy a fast-moving environment, and are ready to make a real mark on a site from day one.

Interested?

Elevation Recruitment Group are proud to be supporting La Boulangère with this key appointment. If you are ready to take ownership, drive improvement, lead an engaged team to deliver real results, and create a workplace where people thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: Elevation Recruitment Group are exclusively managing this appointment on behalf of La Boulangère . All third-party applications or direct approaches to La Boulangère will be forwarded to Elevation for review and will not be subject to any other agency fees.