Full job descriptionOur client, an innovative engineering business based in Milton Keynes, is looking to recruit an Engineering Workshop Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation developing cutting edge engineering technology for demanding industrial applications.
This is a hands on leadership role where you will lead from the front, managing a highly skilled engineering team whilst remaining actively involved in the day to day engineering operation. You’ll play a key role in shaping workshop activities, improving engineering processes and supporting the continued growth of the business.
Applications are particularly encouraged from ex-military engineers with leadership experience gained within the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME), Royal Navy or Royal Air Force, although all candidates with the relevant engineering management experience will be considered.
Engineering Workshop Manager Responsibilities:
*Lead, coach and develop a team of workshop engineers.
*Manage day to day workshop activities, workloads and engineering priorities.
*Provide hands on technical leadership, supporting the team with engineering challenges and problem solving.
*Plan and oversee engineering projects, ensuring delivery to schedule, budget and quality standards.
*Continuously improve workshop processes, procedures and ways of working.
*Manage workshop resources, tooling, equipment and budgets.
*Work closely with design, test and engineering teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully.
*Ensure all workshop activities are carried out safely and in accordance with health and safety requirements.
Engineering Workshop Manager Requirements:
*Hold a relevant Mechanical Engineering qualification with proven experience of managing engineering teams.
*Strong mechanical engineering background with a good understanding of electrical engineering principles.
*Previous hands on engineering experience within a mechanical engineering environment.
*Experience planning engineering activities and managing projects.
*Able to coach, mentor and develop engineering teams.
*A proactive, hands on approach with the ability to lead by example.
Engineering Workshop Manager Benefits:
*Salary is £60,000 per annum.
*Monday to Friday 9am – 6pm with 1 hour for lunch.
*25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.
*Pension Scheme.
*EMI Share Options, Cycle to Work Scheme, Subsidised Gym Membership.
*The opportunity to play a key role within a growing engineering business developing innovative technology.