Group CMMS Project Manager (Maintenance Reliability)
Multi-site | Hybrid Working | Northern Ireland
Hunter Savage is delighted to be partnering with a leading, well-established FMCG organisation to recruit a Group CMMS Project Manager. This is a key strategic hire, offering the opportunity to lead a group-wide maintenance transformation programme across multiple manufacturing sites.
Why this role stands out (Top 3 reasons to apply):
High-impact role - Lead the full rollout of a CMMS platform across a major multi-site operation Strategic & visible position - Work closely with senior stakeholders across Engineering, IT, Operations & Finance Hybrid & flexible working - Autonomy with a modern, supportive working environment The Role:
Reporting to the Head of Operational Technology, you will take ownership of the deployment and long-term success of a CMMS platform across all manufacturing sites. You'll drive standardisation of maintenance processes, improve asset reliability, and embed a data-driven maintenance culture across the Group.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end CMMS implementation across multiple sites
- Develop and standardise maintenance workflows (PMs, work orders, asset data, failure codes)
- Establish asset hierarchies, data standards, and governance structures
- Oversee asset data migration, validation, and ongoing data quality
- Create and maintain maintenance documentation (SOPs, job plans, BOMs)
- Align spare parts and inventory processes with Procurement and Engineering teams
- Deliver training and support to drive system adoption across sites
- Build KPIs, dashboards, and reporting to track maintenance performance
- Support reliability initiatives (RCA, FMECA, PM optimisation)
- Act as a key driver of change and continuous improvement across the business
What we're looking for:
- Proven experience implementing or managing a CMMS (Fiix highly desirable)
- Strong understanding of maintenance planning, asset management, and engineering workflows
- Experience working across multi-site or complex environments
- Demonstrated success in change management and system adoption
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Strong project management and organisational ability
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable:
- Background in FMCG, food manufacturing, or 24/7 production environments
- Knowledge of TPM, RCM, or reliability engineering principles
- Exposure to digital transformation or IT/OT integration projects
What's on offer:
- Hybrid and flexible working model
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Excellent career development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative culture
This is an excellent opportunity for a Multi -site Project Engineer or Multi-site Engineering / Maintenance Engineer / planner with experience in manufacturing and food production environments who wants to play a key role in improving maintenance reliability and operational excellence and efficiency.
For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact:
Conor O'Hagan - Hunter Savage
All enquiries will be handled in strict confidence.
Skills:
CMMS Maintenance reliability project management maintenance management
Benefits:
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