Lean/ Six Sigma Project Manager

Caterpillar, Inc.; Willesden; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bonus up to 12%

Pension scheme with employee match

Share scheme with company match

Flexible benefits including health and

EV car lease

Holiday purchase

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Lean/Six Sigma Project Manager to lead cross-functional programs from definition to implementation at Wimborne. You will bring structure, pace and governance to complex projects, collaborating with operations, engineering and manufacturing teams.

The role requires lean knowledge, strong problem solving and stakeholder management to deliver on time and within scope. Travel is minimal.

Qualifications

• Lean/Six Sigma qualification is desirable.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge and application.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Excellent communication and relationship skills.
• Proven strategic and tactical planning abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment.
• Experience in manufacturing environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, organisation and implementation of programs with clear milestones.
• Manage scope, schedule, resources, risks and dependencies.
• Set deadlines, assign tasks and monitor team performance.
• Ensure governance processes are followed and reporting is accurate.
• Identify risks early and coordinate corrective actions.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Decision making

Critical thinking

Communication

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Career Area: Strategy Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Job Title: Lean/ Six Sigma Project Manager Salary: £57,000 to £60,000 depending on experience Location: Wimborne

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Up to 12% Bonus
• Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution
• Up to 10% Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution
• Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase

About Us

Caterpillar Marine Power UK Ltd is located on the outskirts of Wimborne on the Ferndown and Uddens Business Improvement District. Positioned centrally along the south coast, it is located close to national and international transport links. With approximately 130 members of staff, there is a long and distinguished history spanning over 50 years of manufacturing marine propulsion and auxiliary engines under the Cat® and Perkins Marine® brands. Genset packages ranging from 1.5 Litre to 7.1 Litre and 7.1 Litre propulsion engines are produced at the Wimborne site. The facility employs a wealth of hugely experienced designers, engineers and technicians used to providing solutions for commercial, pleasure, and military customers. From the design, testing and building, each engine is proven before leaving the premises to ensure the best performance for the end-user.

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the planning, organisation and delivery of business-critical programs from definition through to implementation. You will bring structure, pace and clear governance to complex projects, working across functional teams to manage priorities, resolve issues and provide senior leaders with accurate, decision-ready reporting. Reporting into the Operations Manager, you will be highly influential in production and manufacturing engineering decision making using your underpinning lean knowledge to challenge norms and facilitate change. Additional Info: There may be a small amount of national and international travel with this role (less than 5%).

What You Will Do:

• Lead the planning, organisation and implementation of programs, translating business objectives into clear project plans, milestones and deliverables.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery, including scope, schedule, resources, risks, dependencies and stakeholder expectations.
• Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor the productivity and performance of project teams to maintain delivery momentum.
• Review project materials and deliverables, ensuring agreed methods, governance processes and procedures are consistently followed.
• Identify issues, risks and vulnerabilities early, develop contingency plans and coordinate timely corrective action.
• Conduct regular and ad hoc reviews with project teams, sponsors and clients, maintaining open communication across all interested parties.
• Prepare and present concise program-level reporting for senior management, clearly summarising progress, decisions, risks and required actions.

What You Have:

• A degree or equivalent relevant experience is desired, supported by extensive experience of managing significant, cross-functional projects or programs.
• Excellent analytical thinking, with the ability to break down complex problems, identify root causes, assess options and recommend practical solutions based on cost, benefit and risk.
• Proven strategic and tactical planning skills, with the ability to align resources, dependencies and departmental plans to wider business objectives.
• Strong communication, influencing and relationship management skills, with the ability to engage decision makers, gather requirements and present recommendations persuasively.
• The flexibility and organisation to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment while maintaining progress, quality and stakeholder confidence.
• Lean/Six Sigma qualification is desirable.
• Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognising, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Top candidates may have: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Experience in a Manufacturing Environment Knowledge of diesel engines and generatorators

What You Will Get:

• You will have the opportunity to lead visible, high-impact programs within a global manufacturing organisation, working with diverse teams and senior stakeholders.
• In return, Caterpillar offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunity, strong pension and share schemes, flexible benefits and the chance to build your career while helping create a more sustainable world.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

About Caterpillar - Closer

Closer Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Posting Dates: October 27, 2026 - November 10, 2026

We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.