Senior Facilities and Maintenance Manager

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Job Description:

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Job Title:SeniorFacilities andMaintenance Manager

Contract:Permanent

Salary:79424- 99279

Location: Peterlee County Durham

Hours: Full-Time 36.50

Travel:Up to 10%

Hiring Manager:Paul Armstrong

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave

• Up to20%annual bonus

• Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employees contribution Up to 10%

• Monthly Car Cash Allowance

• Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employees contribution.

• Optional flexible benefits including access to family health and dental care plans EV car lease holiday purchase.

About Caterpillar Peterlee

Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat Articulated Trucks currently producing an 8-model range used in many industries including miningconstructionand aggregates. The facilitys manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques robotictechnologyand automated dump body paint plant. Machines from the site are shipped to customers around the world.

The Opportunity

TheSenior Facilities and Maintenance Manageris responsible forensuring theoptimaloperation safety and reliability of all physical assets within an organization including buildings utilities and critical infrastructure. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on leadership tomaintaincompliance minimize downtime and support business continuity.

Primary Roles/Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Responsible for the Maintenance and Facilities teams:

Maintenance Department
Primary Responsibilities:

• Execute reactive maintenance to restore equipment functionality

• Implement proactive maintenance strategies (preventive and predictive)

• Maintain CMMS records and ensure compliance with maintenance and regulatory schedules

• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Support production uptime and reliability initiatives
  

Facilities Maintenance Team
Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain building infrastructure utilities and safety systems

• Perform groundskeeping and seasonal care activities

• Manage electrical plumbing and structural repairs

• Oversee waste management operations and recycling programs

• Ensure compliance with regulatory / environmental and safety regulations

Process Validation

• Develop and execute validation protocols

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards

• Maintain documentation for traceability and audit readiness

Capital MGPP Creation

• Lead development of strategic VS improvements for MGPP creation and execution

• Define scope budget timeline and ROI for capital investments

• Coordinate cross-functional input and approvals

Cross-Team Accountability

• Align with Manufacturing Engineering leadership on strategic goals

• Participate in continuous improvement and lean initiatives

• Maintain documentation and reporting standards

• Support capital projects and facility upgrades

• Ensure safety quality and operational efficiency across all functions

Strategic Leadership

• Drive factory value stream transformations aligned with lean principles

• Champion Factory of the Future initiatives (automation digitalization sustainability)

• Align engineering strategy with long-term business goals

Degree Requirement
Degreeor equivalent experience desirable

Skills experience & qualifications you will have:

• Manufacturing Application Systems:LevelWorking Knowledge:

Knowledge of company and industry databases and applications used in a manufacturing environment; ability tooperate maintain and update these systems.

• Collaborating:LevelWorking Knowledge:

Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

• Cross-Team Integration:Level ExtensiveKnowledge:

Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate coordinate work across divisions and collaborate in solving problems as one team.

• Data Gathering & Analysis:Level Working Knowledge:

Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools techniques and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion goal or judgment.

• Manufacturing ApplicationSystems:LevelWorking Knowledge:

Knowledge of company and industry databases and applications used in a manufacturing environment; ability tooperate maintain and update these systems.

• Manufacturing Equipment:LevelWorking Knowledge:

Knowledge of the electrical mechanical andlogisticsequipment used in manufacturing; ability to safelyoperate maintainupdateand store them.

• Plant Facilities Management:LevelExtensiveKnowledge:

Knowledge of processes methodologies and techniques used to manage plant facilities; ability to handle the full spectrum of activities for managing andmaintainingphysical facilities and infrastructure.

• Problem Solving:Level ExtensiveKnowledge:

Knowledge of approaches tools techniques for recognizinganticipating and resolving organizational operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

• Supplier Management - MFG:LevelWorking Knowledge:

Knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers of raw materials or product components; ability to apply related knowledgeexperienceand skills into real practice.

Top candidates will have:

• Well-versedfacilities and reactive and planned maintenanceprocesses and technologies.

• Strong collaboration skills across multiple teams roles and cultures in a matrix organization extensive experience working with global teams.

• Ability to work effectively across hierarchical levels and geographies.

• A proven deep understanding offacilitiesmaintenanceand manufacturing processes.

• Analytical mindset toidentifycost drivers and prioritize actions for maximum return.

• Proventrack recordin leading and developing high-performing teams with a demonstrated ability to manage and grow talent effectively

Please note: Due to the Christmas break your application may not be reviewed until January 2026.

What You Will Get

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic diverse and friendly team. We have a culture of openness autonomy support and personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gasturbinesand diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 yearswevebeen helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. #LI

Pending the number of applications the criteria for the position may be enhanced tofacilitateshortlisting.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore pleasedemonstrateyourqualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

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