- Lead, mentor, and coach a dynamic engineering team, fostering talent development and future leadership.
- Manage the engineering budget for your department, driving cost-efficiency while maintaining high standards.
- Collaborate with the Plant Manager to determine asset strategies and implement improvement plans.
- Develop and execute engineering projects (capital and operational) that align with business goals.
- Enhance plant reliability by driving improvements in maintenance standards and reducing downtime.
- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and quality standards through rigorous audit schedules.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
- Work closely with internal teams, consultants, and suppliers to achieve project goals.
- Promote a culture of operational discipline, high performance, and adherence to critical controls.
- Relevant engineering qualifications (HNC or higher) with at least 5 years’ experience in a supervisory or technical role.
- Extensive plant engineering experience, including machinery and control systems.
- Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams, develop individuals, and foster strong stakeholder relationships.
- Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills, with a collaborative approach to solutions.
- Proficiency in using CMMS and MS Office.
- Be within a commutable distance of their site in Stocksbridge, North Sheffield.
- Experience with vacuum induction furnaces, arc remelting furnaces, and heat treatment furnaces.
- Knowledge of three-phase systems, AC/DC equipment, and PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Siemens).
- Understanding of steel manufacturing processes and how engineering parameters affect product quality.
- Experience in team development, including succession planning and career progression strategies.
- Competitive salary circa £57,000 DOE
- 35 days of holiday (including bank holidays)
- Private medical insurance
- Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
- Free life assurance and income protection schemes
- Career progression opportunities
- Free on-site parking