Engineering Manager - Lead Plant Reliability & CI

ManpowerGroup; Athy; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Athy, Ireland is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and develop the engineering function within a global organisation. You will own the engineering agenda on site and collaborate with the site management team to deliver value.

The role focuses on leading the engineering team, driving reliability, managing CAPEX, and delivering continuous improvement across maintenance, safety, and compliance. Strong people-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong people and performance management experience.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the Engineering team.
• Oversee day-to-day engineering and maintenance activities.
• Drive plant reliability, performance and continuous improvement.
• Lead engineering, CAPEX and improvement projects.
• Improve OEE and identify opportunities to enhance plant performance.
• Ensure engineering, safety and compliance standards are maintained.

Skills

People management

Engineering leadership

Project management

Maintenance & reliability

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

ManpowerGroup in Athy, Ireland is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and develop the engineering function within a global organisation. You will own the engineering agenda on site and collaborate with the site management team to deliver value.

The role focuses on leading the engineering team, driving reliability, managing CAPEX, and delivering continuous improvement across maintenance, safety, and compliance. Strong people-management skills are essential.