Maintenance Manager | High Wycombe | up to £50,000K + excellent benefits

Position: Maintenance Manager

Salary: up to £50,000 + excellent benefits package

Location: High Wycombe, UK

Company Overview:

My client is a leading British office furniture manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for design, craftsmanship, and innovation. Their products combine engineering precision with ergonomic performance, aesthetic appeal, and sustainable design practices. With a strong focus on low-carbon processes, recycled materials, and long-life modular systems, they are committed to shaping workspaces that balance well-being, functionality, and environmental responsibility.

You would be joining a forward-thinking, hands-on team where attention to detail, continuous improvement, and pride in production excellence underpin everything they do.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Production Director, the Maintenance Manager will oversee the upkeep, repair, and optimisation of all machinery, equipment, and facilities within the manufacturing site. This is a leadership role that combines technical expertise with team management, ensuring maximum uptime, efficiency, and compliance with health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a robust maintenance strategy to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a proactive and safety-first culture.

• Manage preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and extend equipment life.

• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues quickly to avoid production delays.

• Oversee facility maintenance including electrical, plumbing, heating, and building upkeep.

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Drive continuous improvement by analysing performance data and recommending cost-effective solutions.

• Manage relationships with contractors and suppliers for specialist services.

• Oversee stock of spare parts and supplies, ensuring availability for critical repairs.

• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections, repairs, and compliance audits.

About You:

• Experienced maintenance professional with at least 5 years in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Strong technical knowledge across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a team.

• Excellent problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments.

• Managerial experience and knowledge of heating systems, CNC machinery, extraction systems, sprinkler systems.

• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices (RAMS, COSHH, Fire Safety).

• Relevant engineering or maintenance qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, HNC) desirable.

• Proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented with a strong hands-on work ethic.