Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected manufacturing firm in Lincoln is seeking an experienced Engineering & Maintenance Manager to lead their maintenance and engineering function. You will oversee a skilled team, ensuring safety and compliance while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical bias, relevant educational background, and proven leadership experience. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including a bonus and generous leave.

Benefits

5% Gainshare Bonus

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Company Pension (matched up to 4%)

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing services

Exclusive employee discounts

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a regulated manufacturing environment required.
• Knowledge of HSE legislation and ISO compliance standards expected.
• Proven track record in managing capital budgets and external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of four engineers and technicians.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programme and enhance equipment reliability.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and manage contractor activities.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Electrical bias

Asset care

Communication

ISO compliance

Education

HNC/Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

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Lincoln, United Kingdom

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11.08.2025

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25.09.2025

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Job Description:

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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