Mechanical Assembly Manager

Alternative Heat Ltd

Belfast

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading company in building services in the UK is looking for a Mechanical Assembly Manager in Mallusk. This full-time position involves overseeing production operations, managing subcontractors, and leading the assembly team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing and engineering, with excellent leadership and problem-solving skills. Competitive salary based on experience offered.

Qualifications

Experience in managing production processes and assembly teams.
Ability to forecast production needs and manage subcontractors.
Strong understanding of mechanical assembly techniques.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the mechanical assembly production operations.
Develop and delegate work to the assembly team.
Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Skills

Production management

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant qualifications in Engineering or Manufacturing

Job description

Mechanical Assembly Manager

Location: Mallusk, Co Antrim

Salary: Competitive depending on experience

Responsible to: Operations Manager

The opportunity has arisen to join an industry leader in the UK’s & Ireland’s building services sector. Alternative Heat designs, develops and delivers a wide range of off‑site prefabricated, innovative and sustainable building service solutions throughout the UK and Europe.

What We Do

We specialise in the design, supply and installation of a wide range of prefabricated energy solutions, typically built in NI and shipped throughout the UK and Europe. We also offer turnkey design, build and operate solutions for commercial energy centres and large‑scale district heating solutions and have experience successfully procuring and delivering many similar packages to a wide range of public bodies throughout the UK and Europe.

Team Overview

The Contracts department oversees the delivery and execution of projects from initial mobilisation through to completion and handover. Acting as the bridge between design, commercial and onsite teams, the department ensures that all contractual obligations are met while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and efficiency. With a focus on planning, resource coordination and problem‑solving, the Contracts team plays a key role in ensuring our projects are delivered on time, within scope and to the satisfaction of our clients.

Role Overview

Due to continued growth, we wish to integrate a Mechanical Assembly Manager to support our mechanical assembly production in our assembly facility located in Mallusk. This permanent position offers amazing opportunities for any successful candidate who wishes to gain experience within a progressive and dynamic company. We are currently seeking a self‑motivated and enthusiastic individual who can manage, develop, delegate work accordingly and support the Assembly team on progress and advancements. Part of the role as Mechanical Assembly Manager will be to manage weekly production, forecast production, monitor queries and non‑conformances and implement operational procedures. The role will also require managing subcontractor/materials, machine maintenance and the development of the assembly facilities in Mallusk with advice and guidance on design requirements and specification.

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