Engineering Manager

RCC Connect Ltd; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire and security company in the UK is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead their Fire Division team. The role involves mentoring engineers, providing technical support, and developing training programs. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of industry experience, including 5 years in a leadership position. This position offers a salary between £45,000 - £55,000, along with benefits such as a company car and healthcare scheme.

Benefits

Company car

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Healthcare scheme & pension

Impact within a growing business

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in a technical role within the fire industry.
• At least 5 years' proven leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Excellent technical knowledge of fire alarms, aspiration systems, and related technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of skilled fire engineers.
• Provide on-site support for complex technical challenges.
• Collaborate with schedulers and other departments.
• Lead recruitment within the Fire Division.
• Develop and deliver technical training.
• Ensure operational excellence across the department.

Skills

Leadership

Technical knowledge of fire safety systems

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

We're Hiring: Engineering Manager - Fire Division – Kent | £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) + benefits

We are proud to be one of the largest independent fire and security companies in the UK, and we're looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our Fire Division team.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and mentoring a team of skilled fire engineers
• Providing on-site support for complex technical challenges
• Collaborating with schedulers and other departments
• Leading recruitment within the Fire Division
• Developing and delivering technical training
• Ensuring operational excellence across the department

What we're looking for

• 15+ years' experience in a technical role within the fire industry
• At least 5 years' proven leadership experience managing engineering teams
• Excellent technical knowledge of fire alarms, aspiration systems, and related technology
• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills

What we offer

• Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (Negotiable DOE)
• Company car
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Healthcare scheme & pension
• Opportunity to make a real impact within a growing, independent business

If you're a highly skilled technical leader with a passion for fire safety and team development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential chat