Service Manager Newark / Cambridgeshire | Up to £65,000 Benefits NEOS Engineering are working with a growing machinery and equipment business to recruit an experienced Service Manager to oversee its service operation, lead engineering teams and ensure customers receive a consistently high standard of support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in heavy machinery, plant, agricultural equipment or a similar engineering environment who is looking to take ownership of a service department and play an important role in its continued development.
The Role
As Service Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the service operation, managing engineers, coordinating workloads and ensuring equipment is maintained, repaired and supported efficiently. You'll work closely with customers, internal departments and senior management to keep the operation running smoothly, improve service delivery and maintain high standards across the department.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the day-to-day service department and engineering operations. Lead, manage and develop a team of field service and workshop engineers. Coordinate workloads, engineer schedules and service activities. Monitor service performance, productivity and operational costs. Ensure customer enquiries, breakdowns and technical issues are dealt with efficiently. Support the planning and delivery of preventative maintenance programmes. Manage parts requirements and work alongside internal departments to minimise equipment downtime. Maintain strong relationships with customers and key accounts. Identify opportunities to improve processes, service standards and departmental performance. Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety requirements.
What We're Looking For
Previous experience in a Service Manager, Service Supervisor or senior engineering management position. Background within heavy plant, construction machinery, agricultural machinery, material handling or a similar sector. Experience managing field-based and/or workshop engineering teams. Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical machinery. Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Commercial awareness and an understanding of service department performance. Confident communicator with a strong customer-focused approach. What's on Offer? Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience. Opportunity to take ownership of an established service operation. Senior position within a growing machinery business. Opportunity to influence and improve service department performance. Further benefits to be discussed.
Location:
The role will be based between Newark and Cambridgeshire, with flexibility around the successful candidate's location. If you're an experienced Service Manager looking for your next challenge within the machinery and engineering sector, we'd be interested in hearing from you. Apply today or contact NEOS Engineering for a confidential discussion.
Service Manager in Allington employer: Neos Recruitment Limited
NEOS Engineering is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where experienced engineers can thrive on the prestigious HS2 project in Aylesbury. With competitive salaries, bonuses, and allowances, alongside a strong commitment to employee development and career progression, NEOS fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in major infrastructure.
