Engineering Manager

ADZ Dagitim LTD; Bourne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laundry service provider in Bourne is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team in a fast-paced environment. The role encompasses overseeing maintenance operations, managing a team, and ensuring the efficiency of plant machinery. Candidates should possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with experience in engineering management. This position offers competitive benefits and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

SAYE scheme

Pension

Free Life Assurance

24/7 GP Helpline

Discounted gym membership

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering management with a hands-on approach.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a diverse team.
• Knowledge of plant machinery maintenance and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Engineering Department ensuring plant efficiency.
• Lead a team of engineers on multi-shift operations.
• Coordinate maintenance and emergency repairs with minimal disruption.
• Conduct health, safety, and environmental audits.
• Manage contractors and ensure safe work systems.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Team management

Preventive maintenance

Health and safety compliance

Job description

The Company

Johnsons Hotel Linen, specialising in supplying the corporate 4-star market and the budget hotel sector, is seeking a talented individual to take on the role of Engineering Manager in a busy and challenging environment. This is a hands-on role, leading a small team, providing vital support to the business, and contributing to the smooth running of the organisation.

We are looking for a highly versatile, self-motivated, and professional individual to lead our engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and varied role, supporting the smooth operation of our laundry in Bourne. The site operates 24/7, and the Engineering Manager will be a key member of the Site Leadership Team. We offer a competitive salary, free life assurance, SAYE scheme, EAP, GP 24/7 helpline, free on-site parking, Extra Mile Awards, and career progression opportunities within a well-established PLC.

The Role

To take full responsibility for the Engineering Department, ensuring the effectiveness of plant machinery, maintenance, and utilities to support full efficiency within production. Responsible for both preventative and reactive maintenance activities, working alongside your team.

• Manage a team of engineers and technical cleaners on a multi-shift arrangement, appraising and reviewing performance.
• Ensure full training for all team members through regular reviews.
• Review and update plant and machinery maintenance schedules as necessary.
• Plan and organise all planned preventative maintenance activities.
• Monitor systems for all plant and machinery to minimise downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
• Maintain safe systems of work for the engineering team.
• Work with other departments as a key member of the Site Leadership Team.
• Manage storage and ordering of spare parts and essential equipment.
• Oversee installation and annual review of key plant and machinery, reporting defects to Directors.
• Coordinate with Operations and Production teams for maintenance and emergency repairs, ensuring minimal disruption and high standards.
• Lead a team of shift engineers, managing training, performance, and shift coverage for 24/7 operations.
• Assist with recruitment and qualification checks of engineering staff.
• Support planning and management of new projects.
• Review and report on new plant and machinery installations.
• Audit external contractors' workmanship and assist with health, safety, and environmental audits, ensuring recommendations are implemented.
• Manage contractors on site, including work permits and RAMs.

Benefits

• SAYE scheme
• Pension
• Free Life Assurance
• EAP
• Long Service Awards
• 24/7 GP Helpline
• Discounted gym membership
• Thorough onboarding and induction programs
• Training opportunities in engineering, LGV, Textile Care, Team Leading, Management, and Customer Service
• Referral schemes
• Health4All Scheme
• Extra Mile Awards
• Baby Boxes
• Free onsite parking at most sites

Johnsons Hotel Linen is a Disability Confident employer.