Facilities Engineer

Technical Placements; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in the UK is seeking a Facilities Engineer for a manufacturing site in Stockport. This role involves strategic oversight and management of facilities and infrastructure, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to support production processes. Key responsibilities include developing a comprehensive facilities plan, managing vendor partnerships, and implementing maintenance programs. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and certifications in health and safety. This position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Salary: c£50K

25 days holidays (rising to 28 with service) plus 8 Bank Holidays

Life assurance scheme: 4x Annual Salary

Free unreserved on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering CapEx programmes.
• Desirable: Background in multiskilled engineering or maintenance supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a 3-year facilities plan aligned with business goals.
• Lead CapEx projects and manage budgets, procurement, and contractors.
• Support production teams to minimise downtime and maintain flow.
• Implement preventive maintenance and emergency response programs.

Skills

Knowledge of LOTO, PUWER, and other regulatory requirements

Health & Safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA)

Practical knowledge of CMMS

Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. MS Project)

Education

HND/HNC in a relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Agility CMMS

BMS/BAS

CAD

Job description

Facilities Engineer from a factory manufacturing environment required in Stockport.

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an expanding manufacturer, part of a global business operating in the defence industry, supplying equipment to the British military.

The Facilities Engineer is responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of all facilities and infrastructure across the site.

This role ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory standards while supporting continuous and efficient production processes.

The Facilities Engineer is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and productive environment for all employees.

Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining a comprehensive three-year rolling facilities plan, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, working with a team of support staff, managing vendor partnerships, and coordinating capital projects to enhance facility performance and minimize operational downtime.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: c£50K
• Working hours: Monday to Thursday, Friday
• Pension: 4% Employee Contribution, 7% Employer Contribution
• Holidays: 25 days (rising to 28 with service) plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Sick pay: 4 weeks, CSP (rising to 8 weeks with service)
• Life assurance scheme: 4x Annual Salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free unreserved on-site parking
• Wellbeing programme: events, weekly free fresh fruits

Experience & Qualifications

• HND/HNC in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of LOTO, PUWER, and other regulatory requirements
• Health & Safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA)
• Proven experience delivering CapEx programmes
• Practical knowledge of CMMS and safe contractor control
• Desirable (training available): Background in multiskilled engineering or maintenance supervision
• CFM, PMP/Prince2, LEAN/Six Sigma, or CEM (ISO5001) certifications
• Experience with Agility CMMS, BMS/BAS, or CAD
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. MS Project)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a 3-year facilities plan aligned with business goals
• Lead CapEx projects and manage budgets, procurement, and contractors
• Oversee facility operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance
• Support production teams to minimise downtime and maintain flow
• Ensure adherence to defence, environmental, and HSE standards
• Manage vendor relationships and contractor control processes (RAMS, PTW, etc.)
• Implement preventive maintenance and emergency response programs
• Conduct inspections, risk assessments, and drive cost-saving initiatives
• Develop CMMS systems and foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Prepare reports, RFQs, and risk reviews for management

Full job description available on request.

Our client is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

All applications will be considered.

This is a pivotal opportunity to support the operations and manufacturing teams of this growing business.

If you would like to learn more, please apply or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements for an initial chat.