Site Engineering Manager

Questech Recruitment Ltd; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Site Engineering Manager for a processing operation near Newark on Trent. This senior leadership role involves leading a team of engineers and contributing to strategic decisions. Candidates should have over 5 years of managerial experience in an engineering context, preferably within manufacturing or processing sectors. Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm work hours are standard. This opportunity offers significant career growth potential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a managerial engineering role.
• Experience in a processing or manufacturing business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers working in shifts.
• Serve as the technical authority on engineering principles.
• Drive projects forward and contribute to decision-making.

Skills

Engineering leadership experience

Commercial awareness

Team development and motivation

Education

Apprentice trained with further education in engineering

Job description

Overview

We're recruiting on behalf of our client based close to Newark. This business has grown at a fantastic rate and have ambitious plans for this to continue. We are recruiting a Site Engineering Manager for their processing operation, the role is a senior leadership role and is key to the planned expansion of the business. This role is unique and doesn't come around often. If you're looking to embark on a rewarding and challenging role within a growing business then look no further.

The Person

• Have experience in an engineering leadership role.
• Experience in a Processing or Manufacturing business.
• 5 years + experience in a Managerial role.
• Commercial awareness.
• The ability to contribute to profitability and strategic decisions.
• Apprentice trained with further education undertaken in an engineering discipline.

The Role

• Lead, develop and motivate a team of engineers who work a 24/7 shift pattern.
• Serve as the technical authority on engineering principles and plant knowledge.
• Lead and manage direct reports including Mechanical Engineering Coordinator, Electrical Manager, Software & Control Engineer, Effluent Treatment Plant Supervisor, Site Facilities Manager, and Purchasing & Inventory Manager.
• Oversee shift-based and day engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, installation, and water treatment).
• Drive projects forward and contribute to Senior Management Team decision-making.
• Optimise plant operations by resolving issues quickly and reducing downtime.
• Develop and manage MRP processes to minimise total cost of ownership.
• Oversee recruitment of engineering staff, and implement and monitor KPIs.
• Provide detailed reports in senior management meetings.
• Maintain good inter-department relationships to ensure smooth running of the plant.
• Monitor and mentor apprentice's through their apprenticeship journey.

The role is working 8am until 5pm, Monday to Friday. For more information about this fantastic opportunity contact Shaun Treacy at Questech Recruitment. We will be short-listing for this role by Monday 22nd of September