At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering teams and drive key projects to enhance operational performance.
- Company: Established company in Burscough with a focus on innovation and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, generous holiday, and comprehensive support programmes.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and opportunities for long-term career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in engineering while developing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and strong leadership skills required.
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an Engineering Manager to join our well-established client based in Burscough on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity offering an excellent salary, outstanding benefits and the chance to play a pivotal role in key projects across the business.
This role would suit candidates who have previously worked as a Maintenance Manager, Engineering Team Leader or Head of Engineering.
Shifts:
- Monday to Friday
- Thirty-nine hours per week
- Flexible working hours between 08:00 and 16:30
Pay Rate: Up to £60,000 - £65,000 per annum DOE
Benefits:
- Discretionary annual bonus of up to 15% of basic salary
- Automatic enrolment into the Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Twenty-four days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Life Assurance Scheme (four times annual salary)
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 GP access, unlimited mental health support and legal consultations
- Access to leisure benefits, including a Cycle to Work Scheme
- Permanent opportunity with long-term career development
Day-to-Day Duties:
- Leading and managing the Maintenance and Manufacturing Engineering functions to support business objectives, customer requirements and operational performance
- Developing and implementing engineering, maintenance and asset management strategies to improve equipment reliability, productivity, quality and cost performance
- Ensuring effective preventative and predictive maintenance programmes are established, maintained and continuously improved
- Managing engineering and maintenance resources, budgets and priorities to maximise operational effectiveness and support business growth
- Leading Manufacturing Engineering projects focused on process improvement, automation, capacity enhancement, waste reduction and operational efficiency
- Ensuring all plant, machinery, facilities and infrastructure remain compliant with legislative, safety and company requirements
- Managing spare parts inventory and maintenance systems to minimise downtime and maintain operational continuity
- Supporting the introduction of new equipment, products and manufacturing processes, ensuring robust handover, documentation, training and operational readiness
- Leading root cause investigations relating to equipment failures, customer complaints, quality issues and non-conformances, ensuring effective corrective actions are implemented
Essential Skills:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Professional engineering qualification and/or membership of a recognised engineering institution is desirable
- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to develop high-performing teams
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels of the organisation
- Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, industrial equipment and maintenance systems
Desirable Experience:
- Available to start imminently
What Training Is Provided?
- Industry-related training provided
- Ongoing support throughout your employment
Engineering Manager in Burscough employer: People Solutions Group
Join a reputable manufacturing and logistics operation in Wolverhampton, where you will benefit from excellent pay rates, ongoing training, and genuine opportunities for career progression. Our supportive team environment fosters collaboration and growth, ensuring that every Warehouse Operative feels valued and empowered to succeed. With modern facilities, free on-site parking, and a Monday to Friday working pattern, this role offers a perfect balance of work and life.
