The Engineering Manager will be responsible for a running the maintenance for a group of aggregate quarries that have been in operation for generations. With new investment this will bring the engineering capability into the new age.
Client Details
My client is a well-known business who manage a group of aggregate quarries that have been in operation for generations. They have sites across Yorkshire, with a headquarters near Wakefield and are looking for an Engineering Manager to manage the new equipment investment that will bring the engineering capability into the new age.
Description
- To manage the engineering functions of the quarries business for all plant machinery, including direct employees and contractors.
- To ensure upgrade works, preventative and planned maintenance activities are performed to the highest standards.
- Ensuring that all operations take place with a health and safety mindset.
- Carrying out daily/weekly/monthly inspections and reporting defects as required.
- Align maintenance plans to achieve KPIs and market demand, planning major projects and capital investments around plant needs.
- Providing leadership, coaching, training and development to all employees within the engineering department.
Profile
The successful Engineering Manager will have:
- Experience in the maintenance and repair of quarrying plant equipment.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
- Familiarity of CDM regulations would be desirable.
- Electrical knowledge would be advantageous.
Job Offer
- An estimated salary of £5-65k, inclusive of a car allowance.
- The opportunity to work in a large, established company and a market leader in the industry.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
If you are a passionate leader with a background in engineering and experience in the quarry / mining industries then please do apply.