Engineering Team Manager
12 hour days & nights
£63,000 + benefits
Preston
Are you a motivated and experienced Engineering professional looking to lead a dynamic team in a food production environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving our operations while developing a team of skilled engineers.
* Lead and manage a team of multi-skilled engineers to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
* Plan and coordinate preventative maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum reliability.
* Respond swiftly to breakdowns, diagnose issues, and implement effective solutions.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and operational processes.
* Manage budgets and resources effectively to meet operational goals.
* Promote a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration within the engineering team.
* Provide training and mentorship to team members to support their professional growth.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A strong background in engineering, ideally within the food manufacturing or FMCG sector.
* Proven leadership and management experience, with a focus on team development and performance.
* Multi-skilled expertise, including electrical and mechanical engineering.
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* Relevant qualifications, such as HND/HNC in Engineering, or equivalent.
To find out more please click 'Apply' or contact Niall Carter on (phone number removed) or at (url removed).
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