Site Engineering Manager

Job title:

Site Engineering Manager

Company

Howdens

Job description

Site Engineering ManagerWe are looking for a dynamic Senior Engineering Manager for our premier manufacturing site in Howden, East Yorkshire.As the Senior Engineering Manager, you will:Be responsible for the effective delivery of Engineering Maintenance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. While leading a multi-disciplined Engineering Team and working cross functionally to deliver our Group Engineering Maintenance Strategy. Working closely with our operational teams to enhance the capability and performance of our facilities, production processes, and product QCDSP (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Health and Safety, and People), ensuring technical and environmental legislative compliance.This is an exciting opportunity to:

• Lead a team of up to four Maintenance Managers
• Mechanical/Electrical team, comprising approximately fifty-five talented individuals.
• Manage significant budgets, including a maintenance budget of £3.1 million, a labour budget of £3.3 million, a utilities budget of £5.0 million, and an engineering inventory holding valued at £5.0 million.

What we’re looking for:

• A key engineering leader who aligns with Howden Group’s operational objectives.
• A champion of continuous improvement with strong relationship-building and communication skills across the manufacturing Group.
• A strategic thinker with a focus on both immediate operations and long-term planning (1 to 3 years).

What will you be doing as a Senior Engineering Manager:

• Strategically manage, develop, and implement facility projects and plans in line with the group-wide Engineering Maintenance Strategy and associated standards and policies.
• Implement and uphold effective engineering and maintenance standards, adhering to technical, legislative, and group standards.
• Act as the custodian of manufacturing maintenance standards, developing, implementing, and maintaining these within the business.
• Lead and develop the site engineering team, fostering a high-performance culture, energy, and diligence while managing the operations budget.
• Drive continuous improvement by optimizing current processes through best practices and new technologies, creating a progressive working environment.
• Ensure efficient and effective resource allocation across the site.
• Manage the financial aspects of the site engineering function, including responsibility for capital expenditure for restoration and upgrades.
• Comply with SHE management systems, ensuring legal compliance.
• Liaise with external best practice and legislative bodies/authorities to ensure compliance while aligning with Group Wide policies.

What do you need to qualify for the Senior Engineering Manager:

• A degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Proven experience as a strong decision-maker who has successfully driven and influenced engineering teams through ambition and diligence in a manufacturing environment.
• A track record of driving continuous improvement and implementing lean tools.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to performance manage and develop team members.
• 10 years of experience in a similar manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Experience with technical and environmental legislation and processes that ensure compliance.
• Proven operational management experience and change management capability.

What can we offer you:

• Competitive salary + annual company bonus scheme of up to 25%.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%).
• Free daily meal at the on-site canteen.
• 25 days of holiday + bank holidays per year, with the opportunity to buy extra holidays.
• Share save scheme.
• Exceptional reward and recognition events.

Grade | 4Hiring Manager | Gareth MunroHow to Apply:Good luck with your application. Before you apply, please speak to your manager so that they are aware of your interest in this role. You will also need to attach a CV as part of your application.Please take note that this advert is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change. If you have any questions or need further support or information, please contact the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team.When you apply for this role, you will need to activate your account. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account.Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [email protected] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Expected salary

Location

Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire

Job date

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:20:34 GMT

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