Site Engineering & Maintenance Manager Location: South of Belfast

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role. Salary: Competitive + Benefits Package We are currently recruiting for a Site Engineering & Maintenance Manager to join a well-established industrial processing business operating within a fast-paced, heavy plant environment. This is a site-level leadership role with full responsibility for engineering performance, maintenance strategy, and contractor management. The position offers the opportunity to take ownership of engineering standards and play a key role in improving plant reliability and operational efficiency. The Role You will take ownership of all engineering activity on site, with a strong focus on driving standards, improving maintenance practices, and ensuring compliance. Key responsibilities include: Full responsibility for site engineering and maintenance performance Managing and coordinating external maintenance contractors Leading a small on-site engineering team Driving the transition from reactive to planned/preventative maintenance Ownership of permits, RAMS, and engineering compliance standards Ensuring adherence to HSE legislation and site procedures Supporting plant reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement initiatives Involvement in CAPEX projects, upgrades, and new equipment installation Monitoring maintenance performance, costs, and contractor effectiveness The Site The role supports a heavy industrial processing facility , involving equipment such as: Shredders, conveyors, and mechanical handling systems Material separation and processing equipment Bulk handling and recycling-related plant This is a hands-on environment where engineering plays a critical role in maintaining operational performance. About You We are looking for a strong engineering leader who is comfortable taking ownership and driving standards on site. xehkeey You will ideally have: Proven experience in a maintenance management or site engineering role Background in heavy industrial environments such as recycling, waste processing, aggregates, FMCG, or similar Experience managing contractors and external service providers Strong knowledge of permits, RAMS, and engineering compliance Experience improving maintenance strategies (PPM, CMMS, reliability) Good understanding of HSE standards and safe systems of work Ability to lead, influence, and drive improvements across site Why Apply? Site-level ownership with real autonomy Opportunity to shape and improve engineering standards Investment in plant and ongoing improvement projects Long-term, stable opportunity within an essential industry