Engineering Manager

Job Title: Engineering ManagerLocation: LeicesterHours: 36.25 hours/weekSalary: Up to £55,000

We are looking for an experienced and driven Engineering Manager to lead our engineering and maintenance team. In this role, you will guide a team to achieve the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and plant uptime, enabling our continued growth and profitability. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engaging leader with a passion for developing a skilled and high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement long-term engineering strategies to achieve business objectives.
• Lead the team in ensuring all plant and equipment comply with safety and legislative requirements.
• Manage and optimize planned preventive maintenance schedules to improve plant availability.
• Lead and execute capital investment projects with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency and energy reduction.
• Collaborate with the Health, Safety & Environment Officer to maintain compliance with relevant permits and licenses.
• Champion a culture of Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) and continuous improvement.
• Support the development of effective maintenance schedules, analyzing data to drive improvement projects.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and organization within the department.
• Ensure all engineers are properly trained and authorized for their tasks, with dynamic risk assessments in place.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in managing multi-site engineering and maintenance teams in service-driven industries.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation in manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of regulations like ATEX, LOLER, and ISO 9001.
• Demonstrable project management skills with the ability to deliver strategic projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership skills, capable of inspiring and developing a high-performing team.
• Proficiency in problem-solving techniques and data analysis.
• Experience in optimizing energy usage and driving efficiency improvements.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding role with opportunities for professional development.
• A collaborative environment with a focus on growth and innovation.
• Competitive salary package and benefits.
• A chance to make a real impact within a successful and expanding company.

If you are a results-driven Engineering Manager looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or call for a confidential discussion.