Engineering Manager

Are you an experienced and skilled Engineering Manager ready to lead a team, drive operational excellence, and work with cutting-edge technology? If you thrive on solving problems, implementing improvements, and making a real impact, we have a fantastic opportunity for you!

Our Client

A historic powerhouse of British Manufacturing, this business has a legacy dating back to 1899. Operating from its Wrexham site since 1980, the company is renowned for its innovation, high-tech facilities, and reliability in the market.

Benefits

• Starting 248 hours of holiday, rising annually to 288 hours after 5 years' service
• Cycle to work scheme
• A generous Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance scheme - x 3 times annual salary
• Company sick pay scheme
• Medicash - Healthcare Cash plan
• On-site parking

The Role

As an Engineering Manager, you will lead and mentor a team of engineers, ensuring the smooth operation of machinery and systems across the site. You will focus on preventative and corrective maintenance, project management, and driving continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Managing and developing a team of engineers, providing leadership, support, and training.

Planning and overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance activities on systems such as PLCs, robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, and electrical components.

Diagnosing faults, troubleshooting issues, and implementing sustainable solutions to minimize downtime.

Ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards across all maintenance activities.

Leading and managing projects, including equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements.

Collaborating with production teams to optimize machine performance and reduce downtime.

Maintaining accurate documentation, managing budgets, and reporting on KPIs.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds a recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent (evidence will be required).
• Is qualified to BTEC or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in engineering.
• Has at least 5 years of engineering experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Has previous experience managing or supervising engineering teams.
• Possesses strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Is computer literate and comfortable using maintenance management systems (or willing to train to a satisfactory level).
• Has a proven track record of implementing improvements and managing projects.

What's Next?

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a thriving business, please apply now by sending your CV to Jake@morePeople.co.uk or give us a call for a confidential chat at 07483 112048.