We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Engineering Manager for our Client based in Tewkesbury As Engineering / Maintenance Manager, you’ll lead the maintenance function to keep buildings, facilities and production equipment operating safely, reliably and efficiently. You’ll shape a preventative maintenance culture, reduce downtime, manage budgets and contractors, and act as the vital link between engineering, production teams and senior leadership. Key Responsibilities * Preventative Maintenance: Plan and deliver robust PM programs to prevent unexpected breakdowns. * Data & Improvement: Analyse maintenance data, identify trends, improve processes and optimise performance. Report KPIs, departmental focus and potential risks monthly to the Board/SMT. * Team Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, supervise and motivate the maintenance team. Ensure the department is structured to support key operational functions. * Maintenance Operations: Develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures and standards; oversee repairs, upkeep and installations. * Engagement: Work closely with site departments daily to drive performance, quality and efficiency through continuous improvement. * Safety & Compliance: Enforce safety policies, procedures and regulatory standards. * Asset & Facility Upkeep: Maintain maximum equipment efficiency while protecting facility standards. * Budget & Cost Control: Manage budgets, procurement and costs while maintaining operational performance. * Contractor Management: Control contractor performance, quality, budgets and safety. * Support & Mentoring: Coach and support engineers with fault-finding, upgrades and best practice. * Operational Resilience: Ensure resources are in place to react to out-of-hours breakdowns and minimise downtime. What You’ll Bring * Technical Proficiency: Strong electrical and mechanical understanding; strategic thinker with excellent organisation and time management. * Problem Solving: Confident diagnosing root causes and implementing effective solutions under pressure. * Leadership & People Skills: Ability to motivate a diverse team and build strong working relationships across departments. * Project / Design Skills: Experience using design/visualisation tools such as AutoCAD. * Administration: Competent in budgeting, procurement, reporting and maintenance scheduling software. * Flexibility: A flexible approach to working hours, supporting operational needs. Hours 45 hours per week. Usual start time 7.30/8pm Benefits Group Life (Death In Service) at 3 x Annual Salary after probation * Private Medical Insurance with AXA after probation * Enhanced health & wellbeing cashback scheme with Simply Health from 3 months * Enhanced pension: 6.5% employee minimum, 7.0% employer contribution under Salary Exchange7
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