Senior Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Career Area

Manufacturing

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live.

Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Title

Senior Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Contract:

Permanent

Salary: £79,424- £99,279

Location:

Peterlee, County Durham

Hours:

Full-Time – 36.50

Travel:
Up to 10%

Hiring Manager:
Paul Armstrong

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Up to 20% annual bonus
• Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%
• Monthly Car Cash Allowance
• Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's 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 mining, construction and aggregates. The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and automated dump body paint plant. Machines from the site are shipped to customers around the world.

The Opportunity

The Senior Facilities and Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the optimal operation, 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 to maintain compliance, minimize downtime, and support business continuity.

Primary Roles/Responsibilities include but not limited to Responsible for the Maintenance and Facilities teams Maintenance Department

• 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

• 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

Degree or equivalent experience desirable

Skills, experience & qualifications you will have

• Manufacturing Application Systems: Level Working Knowledge:
  Knowledge of company and industry databases and applications used in a manufacturing environment; ability to operate, maintain and update these systems.
• Collaborating: Level Working 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 Extensive Knowledge:
  Understanding of the importance…