Mechanical Engineering Operations Lead

Escape; Bestwood Village; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Escape is seeking a Deputy Operations Manager to support senior management in an established engineering operation. You will lead engineering teams, manage customer projects, and oversee operational performance and project delivery.

The role combines engineering leadership, project management, customer liaison, commercial responsibility and planning, reporting to the Area Manager and deputising when needed. On-site role in a critical infrastructure environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification at Degree, HND or equivalent, or significant relevant experience.
• Several years' experience within industrial engineering.
• Experience managing engineering projects and teams.
• Strong planning and coordination skills.
• Knowledge of NEC3 contracts.
• Experience working with Gantt charts and project schedules.
• Strong understanding of mechanical installation and maintenance.
• Experience with risk assessments and health & safety.
• Excellent customer-facing and communication skills.
• Good commercial awareness.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engineering/project teams.
• Plan and coordinate scheduled and reactive engineering work.
• Manage projects from initial planning through to completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within cost and to quality.
• Carry out site inspections and prepare survey reports and quotations.
• Manage project costings and support P&L performance.
• Liaise with customers and advise on engineering solutions.
• Monitor operational performance, utilisation and scheduling.
• Produce project reports and Gantt charts.
• Support contractual and commercial requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineering teams.
• Support health & safety, risk assessments and site compliance.
• Collaborate with supply chain and other internal departments.
• deputise for Area Manager when required.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Customer liaison

Planning & scheduling

Communication

Driving licence

Education

Degree or HND in engineering

Job description

Escape is seeking a Deputy Operations Manager to support senior management in an established engineering operation. You will lead engineering teams, manage customer projects, and oversee operational performance and project delivery.

The role combines engineering leadership, project management, customer liaison, commercial responsibility and planning, reporting to the Area Manager and deputising when needed. On-site role in a critical infrastructure environment.