Manufacturing Engineering Manager

RH Recruiting Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturer in North Lincolnshire is looking for an experienced Engineering & Maintenance Manager with an electrical bias. You will lead a team of four engineers, manage maintenance strategies, and ensure compliance with regulations. This role offers a salary of £50k - £55k plus bonuses and excellent benefits, including 25 days annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

5% Gainshare Bonus

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Company Pension – matched up to 4%

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health & Wellbeing services

Exclusive employee discount platform

Qualifications

• Electrical bias preferred.
• Experience managing capital budgets and external contractors.
• Good understanding of HSE legislation and ISO compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians.
• Oversee the site’s preventative maintenance programme.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain safety records.

Skills

Leadership experience in regulated manufacturing

Knowledge of asset care

Strong communication skills

Education

HNC/Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline

Tools

CMMS

Root cause analysis tools

Job description

Salary/Rate: £50k - 55k per year + bonus, pension etc

Engineering & Maintenance Manager – Electrical Bias | £50,000 – £55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits | Monday–Friday (Days)
Location: North Lincolnshire

Are you a hands-on engineering leader with an electrical bias and a proven track record in team management? Our client, a respected and quality-driven manufacturer, is looking for an experienced Engineering & Maintenance Manager to take ownership of their maintenance and engineering function, leading a small but skilled team of four.

This role offers the chance to play a key part in a well-established site where safety, compliance, and continuous improvement are at the heart of operations.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead, support, and develop a team of four engineers and technicians

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety

Manage training, skills development, and performance reviews

Maintenance Strategy & Reliability

Oversee and enhance the site’s preventative maintenance programme

Drive improvements in OEE and equipment reliability through proactive asset care

Use CMMS and data analysis to reduce downtime and optimise plant performance

Lead investigations into recurring faults and implement lasting solutions

Capital Projects & Contractor Oversight

Plan and deliver capital projects across machinery, utilities, and infrastructure

Manage contractor activities on-site, ensuring compliance with all standards

Work cross-functionally to align engineering projects with business needs

Compliance & HSE

Ensure full compliance with regulations such as PUWER, LOLER, and Pressure Systems

Act as the Responsible Person for engineering documentation and equipment safety

Maintain accurate records for audits (internal and external) aligned to ISO 9001 & ISO 14001

Promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across the site

Utilities & Facilities

Oversee the effective running and servicing of utilities including power, compressed air, HVAC, and water

Manage third-party service contracts to ensure cost-effective site support

Partner with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain to minimise disruption and optimise uptime

Contribute to continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives across the site

What You’ll Need:

HNC/Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline (electrical bias preferred)

Demonstrable leadership experience in a regulated manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of asset care, TPM, CMMS, and root cause analysis tools

Good understanding of HSE legislation and ISO compliance standards

Experience managing capital budgets and external contractors

Excellent team leadership, communication, and organisational skills

What’s on Offer:

Bonus: 5% Gainshare Bonus

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Holidays: 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Additional Benefits:

Life Assurance (4x salary) – Legal & General

Company Pension – matched up to 4% (Royal London)

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – for you and your immediate family

Occupational Health & Wellbeing services via YODHA (Latus OH)

Exclusive employee discount platform – covering retailers, cinema, gym, groceries, tech, and more

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