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Engineering Operations Manager

Job Posted: 20 days ago

Salary: £ 57,000 - 62,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cambridgeshire

Expire in: 8 days

Job Description

Engineering Operations Manager

£62,000 + Callout allowance

Cambridgeshire

Days Only (Mon-Fri) plus call-out 1 week in 6.
 gap technical are proud to be representing a leading UK research and innovation campus in seeking an experienced Engineering Operations Manager to take a key leadership role within its campus engineering team.
 This is a senior, hands-on management role responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance and development of campus infrastructure and engineering services. You will oversee planned and reactive maintenance, manage minor works projects, and coordinate both in-house engineering teams and specialist contractors.
 Supporting the Head of Engineering, you will also help drive operational improvements, support strategic planning and budgeting, and step in to lead the department when required.

Performance Objectives

Leading the delivery of planned preventative maintenance programmes
Managing building and civil engineering maintenance, including roads, drainage and campus infrastructure
Overseeing an engineering helpdesk and asset management system
Managing contractors, suppliers and in-house technical teams
Supporting capital planning, procurement and project delivery
Deputising for the Head of Engineering and supporting business continuity and H&S response when requiredPerson Specification

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or similar (HNC or above)
Experience managing maintenance operations within a complex estate, campus, or facilities environment
Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems and building management systems
Experience managing contractors, budgets and small to medium engineering projects
Strong leadership, organisation and stakeholder management skills
NEBOSH qualification (desirable)Apply

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Closing Date: 17/04/2026

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