Engineering Manager

TechNichols Resourcing Ltd ,
Portsmouth, Hampshire
Salary: From £42,000 to £46,000 per annum 10% Bonus, Private Health and 26 day

Overview

Role: Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager Salary: £42,000 to £46,000 per annum 10% bonus private health care 26 days holiday Location: Commutable from Southampton, Fareham, Eastleigh, Portsmouth, Waterlooville, Chichester and surrounding areas A vacancy has come available for a large manufacturing company are looking for an Engineering Manager to head up the department who is after a challenging and rewarding opportunity. Your team will consist of 2 Team Leaders and 15 Engineers. Role Objectives · Manage continuous improvements throughout engineering · Tailor and improve Planned Preventative Maintenance Program · Reduce machine downtime and increase productivity · Ensure the team are proactive, effective and meet the demands of the business · Deliver plant improvements and projects · Plan and co-ordinate business strategies across the plant and it’s equipment · Help improve communication between from Engineering to Production and Technical Departments Responsibilities · Effectively manage maintenance activities (planned and unplanned), utilising operational excellence and continuous improvement activities to improve equipment reliability and ensure minimal equipment downtime. · The collation, analysis and reporting of engineering, OEE, cost and process data, in support of key targets and objectives. · Assist in the ongoing strategic plan of the factory. · Drive and implement continuous improvements within the maintenance team to maximise efficiency within the Maintenance as well as Production departments. · Champion, support and implement lean manufacturing techniques applicable with the engineering function. · People management activities for a team of Engineers including recruitment, holidays, absence management, appraisals etc. · Take an active role in increasing standards of safety and quality across the business, through highlighting hazards and making improvements in equipment and/or procedures. · Maintain and update all maintenance documentation, which will include PC-based systems. · Work closely with the production department to help plant deliver productivity goals. · Manage revenue and capital spends within the confines of budget limits. Requirements · Qualified in Engineering - Holding qualifications in Engineering, ideally Mechanical · Engineering Management or Maintenance Management experience, overseeing a department and a team of Maintenance Engineers. · Experience of working within a similar industry - All industries considered, including Automotive, Pharmaceutical, Plastics, FMCG, Food, Brick, etc. · Working knowledge of Lean and Continuous Improvement methodology. · Demonstrable organisational skills, including the planning and implementation of systems and procedures. · Strong business understanding including running effective budgets, capex etc. · Proven track record of engaging with people and developing effective teams. If this role sounds of interest, please apply now and send your most up to date CV to Wesley at TechNichols Resourcing to be considered. Or call TechNichols Resourcing and speak with Wesley for further information. We will endeavour to get back to all applicants but if you have not heard back within 5 working days unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89876146