Engineering Manager

Audio Visual Recruitment Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audio-visual services provider in the UK is seeking an AV Engineering Manager to oversee daily AV operations. You will lead and develop engineering and support teams, ensuring service delivery and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in managing AV or operational teams, along with strong leadership and excellent communication skills. This position requires a full UK driving licence. The role has a strong focus on shaping operations and making an impactful contribution.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing AV, engineering, technical, or operational teams.
• Experience with ISO 9001 frameworks is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching, and developing engineering and support teams.
• Managing stock, procurement, and supplier relationships.
• Overseeing risk assessments and health & safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong understanding of AV technologies

Process-driven mindset

Excellent communication skills

Ability to interpret data

Strong organisational skills

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced AV Manager to lead their engineering, technical support, and stock functions. This is a key role in ensuring the company delivers reliable, high-quality AV services to support the business requirements. If you’re a people-focused leader with strong operational insight and a grounding in AV engineering, this role offers the chance to shape an ambitious, service-driven operation.

The Role

As AV Engineering Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of AV operations, ensuring excellent service delivery and driving continuous improvement across multiple teams. You’ll bring together people, processes, and priorities, champion operational standards, and support the company’s wider strategic goals. You would need to be located in South Yorkshire and expect to be in the office at least 4 out of 5 days of the week.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching, and developing engineering and support teams
• Ensuring teams are resourced, skilled, and engaged
• Managing stock, procurement, supplier relationships, and cost control
• Embedding strong processes, documentation, and ISO 9001 quality standards
• Implementing effective asset management and lifecycle tracking
• Overseeing risk assessments, health & safety compliance, and incident investigations
• Managing tools, vehicles, and facilities
• Supporting budgeting, purchase approvals, and expense oversight
• Producing management reports and maintaining operational dashboards
• Handling customer requests and escalations promptly and professionally

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience managing AV, engineering, technical, or operational teams
• Strong understanding of AV technologies, installation, or technical support
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others
• A process-driven mindset with experience in improving standards and systems
• Confident decision-making and excellent communication skills
• Ability to interpret data and use insights to guide performance
• Experience with ISO 9001 frameworks (desirable)
• Understanding of health & safety practices
• Strong organisational skills and adaptability in a fast-paced setting
• Full UK driving licence

Why Join?

You’ll play a central role in shaping how the company delivers high-quality AV services nationwide. This is an opportunity to influence operations, drive innovation, and make a meaningful impact for customers and internal teams alike.

Fuller Job spec and company benefits available on request