Motor Engineering Manager

TN United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Motor Engineering Manager to lead a team of skilled engineers. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the engineering department while overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with company standards. You will play a crucial role in team development, client management, and problem-solving, all while promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. With competitive pay, a supportive environment for professional growth, and a commitment to rewarding high performance, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact in the Motor Engineering sector.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in Motor Engineering team management is essential.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff and support them in completing tasks.
• Act as the team's technical referral point for swift conclusions.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies.

Skills

Motor Engineering team management

Knowledge in Motor Industry Engineering sector

IAEA Membership

ATA VDA accreditation

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in vehicle repair

Data analysis skills

Job description

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This is your opportunity to take your Motor Engineering and Management experience into a brand new role.

Because of the growth of the Company, a Manager is needed to lead and develop the team of multi-skilled Motor Engineers. Also you'll have responsibility for the day-to-day operations.

The role is very diverse. It involves team management and development, oversight of team activities, adherence to agreed SLA/KPIs, and resolving issues with various external stakeholders.

You will have the autonomy to shape and develop this role alongside the company's growth and future plans. As Engineering Manager, you will also seek ways to improve and develop the business.

You will support the Engineering Director with internal and external client management, interacting with all stakeholders including sub-contractors.

Our client values supporting individuals in their learning journey, and you will help those wishing to progress their careers within the company. The company recognizes and rewards high performance where applicable.

You may be required to travel and assist other business areas using your technical skills and managing multiple client accounts.

Main responsibilities of the Motor Engineering Manager include:

• Managing staff and supporting them in completing tasks
• Acting as the team's technical referral point, providing sound technical knowledge for swift conclusions
• Recruiting and training new employees
• Ensuring compliance with all company policies
• Conducting performance reviews
• Coaching, counseling, and performance management
• Communicating progress, needs, and updates to Senior Management
• Problem solving and handling customer/client complaints
• Completing own engineering tasks, determining the best repair methods for damages in line with manufacturer guidelines on both new and registered vehicles, including authorizing and challenging repair costs and estimating damages via images

To be successful as a Motor Engineering Manager, you should demonstrate:

• Experience in Motor Engineering team management
• Knowledge and experience in the Motor Industry Engineering sector
• IAEA Membership (preferred)
• ATA VDA and AQP accreditation and commitment to maintaining these
• Personable and approachable with excellent communication skills
• Confidence to deal with customers and colleagues at all levels
• Strong organizational, administrative, numeracy, and literacy skills
• Ability to see the bigger picture and understand how issues connect
• Experience in vehicle repair and cost complaint handling
• Skills in MI reporting and data analysis

Additional benefits include:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution and 3x salary life assurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days
• Support and rewards for professional development and membership fees