Engineering Manager

Pioneer-Selection-Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer-Selection-Ltd in Rochester, Kent, is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a team of 8-10 engineers in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment. The role is 80% management and 20% hands-on, with responsibility for delivery, safety and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will have proven leadership, strong electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge, and a Level 3 Engineering qualification.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading an engineering department within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 8-10 multi-skilled engineers in a fast-paced production factory.
• Balance 80% management with 20% hands-on engineering activity.
• Drive safety, performance, and continuous improvement across the engineering function.
• Shape and develop the engineering function with potential for career progression into senior roles.
• Collaborate with operations to meet production targets and capital investment needs.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Team management

Education

Level 3 Engineering qualification

Job description

Engineering Manager

Job Title:Engineering Manager

Location:Rochester, Kent

Salary:£70,000 + Bonus

Job Role of the Engineering Manager

An Excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Engineering Manager to work for a blue chip multi national FMCG manufacturing company based near Rochester Kent. The Engineering Manager will be responsible for managing and leading a team of 8-10 multi skilled engineers in a very fast paced production factory. The role will 80% management and 20% hands on and the ideal candidate needs to have very strong man management and leadership skills. There would be career progression available into senior Management roles for the right candidate.

Sector– Manufacturing / FMCG

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Head of Engineering

• Previous experience leading an engineering department within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification (or equivalent).

Desirable Requirements for the Head of Engineering

• Previous experience within FMCG and process manufacturing
• Experience leading engineering projects and capital investment programmes.
• Knowledge of high-speed industrial manufacturing equiptment
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance systems and engineering compliance.

The Head of Engineering will benefit from:

• Joining a rapidly expanding and highly successful manufacturing business.
• The opportunity to shape and develop the engineering function.
• Career Progression and training
• Excellent salary and benefits package.
• Genuine opportunities to make a lasting impact within a growing business.