Operations Manager - Mechanical Engineering

Thomas Lee Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in engineering is seeking a leader for mechanical projects across the UK. You will manage operations, mentor a team of engineers, and work closely with the MD to shape the company's future while progressing to a director role. Strong background in mechanical engineering and commercial acumen are essential, along with leadership skills. Benefits include pension contributions and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Life cover

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large-scale technical projects.
• Ability to spot profitability or potential issues in projects.
• Experience in mentoring and developing a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale mechanical projects, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery.
• Oversee operations, improving systems and processes to increase profitability and efficiency.
• Lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians.

Skills

Strong mechanical background

Commercial awareness

Leadership skills

Job description

Overview

Here\'s a chance to step into a key leadership position and shape the future of operations, building your career to the director level.

Take charge of major mechanical projects across the UK, managing everything from quotation to delivery. You\'ll have full control over the financial and technical aspects, giving you the freedom to make decisions that matter.

There\'s travel involved, with site visits and hands-on problem-solving when things don\'t go to plan. You\'ll lead engineers and technicians, mentoring them and sharing your knowledge while keeping an eye on operations that need your expertise.

Working closely with the MD, your input will help shape the future of the business and your career. As the current MD moves towards retirement, you\'ll step up into the next big leadership position, becoming a director.

What you do

• Manage large-scale mechanical projects, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery.
• Oversee operations, improving systems and processes to increase profitability and efficiency.
• Lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians, sharing your expertise and mentoring the next generation.
• Collaborate with the MD, helping to shape the future of the business and your career progression.

What you\'ll need

• A strong mechanical background, with experience in managing large-scale technical projects.
• Commercial awareness, so you can spot if a job\'s heading for profit or pain.
• Leadership skills, as you\'ll be mentoring and developing a team of engineers and technicians.

About the company

A moving, handling and installation service across the UK and Europe, who focus on specialist projects - from large installations to small removals - working with some of the biggest manufacturers, to government facilities. This company has the kit to solve a whole range of Mechanical lifting issues.

Benefits

Beyond the salary, you\'ll have access to pension contributions, life cover and private medical insurance, ensuring better financial security and well-being.

Contact

You can call me Mark Hopkins - (Google Thomas Lee Recruitment - all comms lead to me) if you find this advert, feel like you fit, and want a quick conversation (and don\'t have a CV ready).

About Us

At Thomas Lee Recruitment, we specialise in connecting engineers and technical salespeople with leading companies in the engineering sector. We pride ourselves on offering a personalised, professional, and transparent recruitment service. Our focus is on understanding both client and candidate needs to ensure the best possible match.

How to Apply

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