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Engineering Manager
Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 71,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Skelmersdale, Lancashire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Engineering Manager - Skelmersdale
Full-time | Permanent | Up to £71,500 | Days-based Role
Due to succession planning, we're looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join a Global Manufacturing Company to take full responsibility for the engineering function at our Skelmersdale Manufacturing site.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive safety, performance, and reliability across a 24/5 operation - while leading a skilled and supportive team.
What You'll Be Doing as Engineering Manager
Responsible for the full site engineering strategy for a large Manufacturing Site near Skelmersdale
Leading a team of 14 engineers (Team Leaders, Planner & Engineers) across Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance disciplines
Managing a c.£1.3m R&M budget and supporting Capex projects worth over £3.5m
Driving a proactive safety culture, including permit systems and lockout/tagout
Overseeing asset management and reliability-centred maintenance
Improving maintenance planning and execution to meet production goals
Collaborating with senior leadership to justify Capex spend and ROI
Building trust and engagement across the teamWhat We're Looking For in The Engineering Manager
Proven experience in engineering leadership (electrical or mechanical)
Engineering Management experience within a continuous production or manufacturing environment with responsibility for a site / factory
Strong background in safety and compliance, alongside Reliability / CBM (Condition-based maintenance) Maintenance Strategy
Experience managing R&M budgets and capital projects
Comfortable working with a mix of older and newer equipment
Confident communicator who leads by example
Formal qualifications (e.g. HNC) are welcome but not essential - your experience and leadership style matter mostWhat You'll Get as the Engineering Manager
Salary up to £71,500
Generous pension scheme
24 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
Healthcare cash plan (dental, optical, etc.)
Life assurance policy
Cycle to work scheme
Free on-site parking
Career development and internal promotion opportunities
A respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone can thriveWe welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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