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Engineering Manager

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Posted a day ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Wrexham, Wrexham LL144EJ, Wales

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

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  • The position is for an Engineering Manager who will lead a team and focus on operational excellence in a British manufacturing company with a legacy since 1899.
  • Candidates must have at least 5 years of engineering experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment and hold a recognized engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications.
  • The role involves managing preventive and corrective maintenance, project management, and driving continuous improvements in machinery and systems.
  • The salary details were not explicitly provided, but the benefits include starting with 248 hours of holiday, a generous pension scheme, and life assurance.
  • Interested applicants should apply by sending their CV or contacting the company for a confidential discussion.

Are you an experienced and skilled Engineering Manager ready to lead a team, drive operational excellence, and work with cutting-edge technology? If you thrive on solving problems, implementing improvements, and making a real impact, we have a fantastic opportunity for you!

Our Client

A historic powerhouse of British Manufacturing, this business has a legacy dating back to 1899. Operating from its Wrexham site since 1980, the company is renowned for its innovation, high-tech facilities, and reliability in the market.

Benefits

  • Starting 248 hours of holiday, rising annually to 288 hours after 5 years' service
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • A generous Stakeholder Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance scheme - x 3 times annual salary
  • Company sick pay scheme
  • Medicash - Healthcare Cash plan
  • On-site parking

The Role

As an Engineering Manager, you will lead and mentor a team of engineers, ensuring the smooth operation of machinery and systems across the site. You will focus on preventative and corrective maintenance, project management, and driving continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Managing and developing a team of engineers, providing leadership, support, and training.

Planning and overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance activities on systems such as PLCs, robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, and electrical components.

Diagnosing faults, troubleshooting issues, and implementing sustainable solutions to minimize downtime.

Ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards across all maintenance activities.

Leading and managing projects, including equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements.

Collaborating with production teams to optimize machine performance and reduce downtime.

Maintaining accurate documentation, managing budgets, and reporting on KPIs.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Holds a recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent (evidence will be required).
  • Is qualified to BTEC or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in engineering.
  • Has at least 5 years of engineering experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
  • Has previous experience managing or supervising engineering teams.
  • Possesses strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
  • Is computer literate and comfortable using maintenance management systems (or willing to train to a satisfactory level).
  • Has a proven track record of implementing improvements and managing projects.

What's Next?

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a thriving business, please apply now by sending your CV to or give us a call for a confidential chat at .

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.