UK Engineering Manager (Oil and Gas)

UK ENGINEERING MANAGER

SPEC Engineering Ltd is a trusted Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partner for Oil, Gas, and Refinery projects. As we expand our operations in the UK, we are seeking an experienced and visionary Engineering Manager to lead our growing team of talented engineers.

In this critical leadership role, you will:

• Drive technical excellence by guiding engineering teams through complex projects from concept to completion.
• Bridge technical expertise and business objectives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Manage resources, budgets, and timelines while fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop top engineering talent, building a high-performing team for long-term success.
• Implement and continuously improve engineering processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance with industry best practices.

Job description:

You will be responsible for leading and guiding our engineering teams, overseeing projects, and ensuring the successful delivery of products or services. You will act as a bridge between technical expertise and business goals, managing resources, budgets, and timelines while fostering a positive and productive team environment.

You will also be involved in hiring, training, and developing engineers, as well as implementing and improving engineering processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervising, mentoring, and developing engineering teams, fostering collaboration and a positive work environment.
• Planning, coordinating, and executing engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of engineering principles and practices, providing technical guidance and support to the team.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Effectively communicating project status, technical decisions, and team progress to various stakeholders, including management and other departments.
• Managing project budgets, allocating resources effectively, and ensuring cost-effective project execution.
• Participating in the hiring process, onboarding new team members, and providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues, conflicts, and other challenges that may arise within the team or project.
• Ensuring that projects adhere to quality standards and specifications.

Suitable candidates should have the following:

• Strong Leadership and Management Skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team of engineers effectively.
• Deep understanding of engineering principles and practices, relevant to the specific industry or area of focus.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and executing projects, using project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, management, and other stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to analyse complex situations, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and organize work effectively.
• Demonstrable Technical/Engineering experience in offshore Oil & Gas or Energy

This is an Office Based role, therefore, candidates should be based within commutable distance to Leatherhead, Surrey and must be authorised to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Reference ID: SPEC-26-002

Salary: £55,000.00 – £85,000.00 per year depending on experience