Maintenance Area Co-Ordinator

Area Co-Ordinator (Maintenance) Reporting To Maintenance Manager Location Southampton Working Hours 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 4:00pm The Role We are seeking an experienced Area Co-Ordinator (Maintenance) to support the Maintenance Manager in ensuring maintenance targets and operational standards are achieved within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating maintenance activities, supporting production requirements, improving operational performance, and leading maintenance activities across the department. Key Responsibilities • Provide holiday and absence cover for the Maintenance Manager when required • Order spare parts required for breakdown repairs • Organise team holiday cover and overtime requirements • Delegate maintenance tasks across the team • Liaise with Production Managers and Supervisors to prioritise repairs • Attend daily operational and management meetings • Maintain KPI data, graphs, and cost control records • Support and manage long-term breakdown issues • Conduct housekeeping audits to maintain high site standards • Support health & safety compliance and risk reduction activities • Work closely with the Quality team to identify and resolve maintenance-related quality issues • Manage consumable stock takes • Assist with continuous improvement projects and initiatives • Escalate issues and concerns in a timely manner • Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety procedures • Provide support across departments when required Essential Skills & Experience • Qualified Engineer • Educated to GCSE level minimum • Previous experience within a high-volume manufacturing environment • Strong communication and leadership skills • Ability to motivate and coordinate teams effectively • Experience working with KPIs, targets, and objectives • Knowledge of reactive and preventative maintenance activities • Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Desirable Skills • ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership & Management (or working towards Level 5) • Six Sigma Green Belt • Supervisory or team leadership experience • Health & Safety qualifications or strong working knowledge • Knowledge of COSHH regulations Personal Attributes • Positive and adaptable attitude • Strong team player with excellent relationship-building skills • Able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels • Proactive approach to continuous improvement • Organised and able to work under pressure • Right first-time attitude with strong attention to detail • Passionate about maintaining high operational standards What’s on Offer • Permanent Monday to Friday role • 37.5 hour working week • Opportunity to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment • Career development and progression opportunities • Supportive team environment