Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet
At Huhtamaki, were shaping the future of packaging. As a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions, were on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, our products help protect the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world.
But our success isnt built on products alone its built on our people.
From our manufacturing teams creating innovative and sustainable packaging solutions, to our office-based support teams delivering exceptional service and support to customers, every employee plays a vital role in our journey. Together, we are making positive changes for our customers, our communities and our planet.
When you join Huhtamaki, youll become part of a business that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer an environment where you can feel supported, develop your skills, contribute your ideas and make a meaningful impact. Were committed to helping our people.
Our Local Operations
Our local site in Dollingstown manufactures molded fibre packaging products primarily for the food industry. Through continuous investment in our facilities, technology, and people, we continue to enhance our capabilities and drive operational excellence.
As part of a global leader in sustainable packaging, our local operations play a key role in delivering high-quality, environmentally responsible products to our customers. We are committed to continuous improvement, innovation and developing our people, strengthening our position as a world-class manufacturing facility and a leader in sustainable packaging.
Your Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to become part of our growing team in Dollingstown. Reporting to the Senior Manufacturing Manager you will take the lead in developing and executing effective maintenance strategies, driving engagement and commitment with your team to improve asset reliability.
You will be responsible for ensuring all equipment is maintained to the highest standards, maximising availability and performance to support the demands of a 24/7 manufacturing operation. This will be achieved through the direct leadership of a team of Mechanical & Electrical Technicians operating on a day shift and indirectly through our operational shift teams.
Where youll be
The role is based at our site in Dollingstown, Lurgan – approximately 30 minutes from Belfast.
What youll be doing
As Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Leading, coaching and developing the maintenance team, building a strong, professional, and engaged culture.
- Planning, prioritising and delivering all maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Developing and implementing a long-term maintenance strategy and annual action plans
- Driving asset reliability, reducing downtime and eliminating repeat failures
- Optimising preventative maintenance to improve efficiency and support continuous improvement
- Managing site maintenance budgets and contractor performance effectively
- Leading shutdown planning and ensure efficient use of resources.
- Monitoring key maintenance KPIs and deliver performance improvements.
- Ensuring full compliance with safety, statutory requirements, and contractor management processes
- Championing best practices, audits, and continuous improvement to achieve world-class maintenance standards.
What youll bring to the role
- A minimum HND (or equivalent recognized time served qualification) in a relevant engineering discipline
- Proven experience in a similar role within a high-volume manufacturing environment
- Experience using CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems)
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to engage, motivate and drive high team performance
- Excellent communication skills, with confidence to challenge constructively
- Strong technical expertise and problem-solving ability
- Well-developed planning and organizational skills, with effective time management
- Good IT Literacy, including Microsoft Office packages
- A proactive can-do attitude with strong team collaboration skills
Whilst not essential, the following would be advantageous: –
- Knowledge in maintenance best practice and experience applying CMMS to deliver improvements
- IOSH / NEBOSH qualification
Please note that only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the essential criteria within their application will be considered for shortlisting.
What were looking for
Were seeking an ambitious and driven individual who is passionate about achieving excellence and continuously raising performance standards. You will be someone who proactively looks for opportunities to improve results, contributing to both business success and higher levels of team engagement.
With a natural ability to lead, coach, and inspire others, you will bring strong emotional intelligence and a genuine passion for developing peopleguiding your team to perform at their best and reach their full potential.
What we offer in return
- The opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and ambitious organisation.
- A supportive, collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued.
- Ongoing training, development, and genuine opportunities for career progression
- The chance to build your career in a dynamic, fast-moving, and exciting workplace.
For the right candidate, this role offers an excellent opportunity to work collaboratively, develop your skills and progress your career within a forward-thinking and engaging environment.
Go ahead, apply today!
If you are an experienced Maintenance Manager ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply online today by visiting:.
The closing date for all applications is 5pm on Friday, 10 July 2026.
Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet. Enjoy a career, packaged with care.
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