Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

Location: Plymouth

Salary: £55,000 – £70,000

Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

Our client, a leading organisation operating within a highly regulated and safety-critical environment, is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to take ownership of engineering operations at a key site.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient operation of all engineering assets. You will lead a small but capable team, oversee maintenance delivery, manage budgets and contractors, and act as the accountable person for engineering compliance.

This role sits at the heart of site operations and offers the opportunity to influence standards, drive continuous improvement and play a key role in supporting long-term operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the accountable person for all engineering and legislative compliance on site

Ensure full compliance with relevant regulations and implement any legislative updates

Lead and develop the site maintenance team, setting standards and driving performance

Manage all site assets, ensuring safe operation, maintenance and timely repair

Oversee maintenance contracts, service providers and reactive works

Take ownership of the Repair & Maintenance (R&M) budget and deliverables

Utilise CMMS systems to plan, track and optimise maintenance activity

Lead engineering input into Management of Change processes

Develop and manage CAPEX and OPEX proposals, including financial reporting

Oversee delivery of engineering projects and site improvement initiatives

Engage with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders where required

Support and lead audits, investigations and continuous improvement activities

Work closely with wider business functions to implement engineering standards and best practice

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience

Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g. DSEAR, PSSR, LOLER, PUWER)

Experience using CMMS systems to manage maintenance and assets

Proven experience managing engineering teams in a live operational environment

Strong project management experience, including CAPEX delivery

Ability to interpret technical documentation (e.g. P&IDs, schematics, datasheets)

Strong decision-making capability and ownership mindset

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Desirable:

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

Experience within highly regulated industries such as oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, energy or similar

Why This Role

• Key leadership position with full ownership of engineering compliance and performance
• Opportunity to operate in a complex, high-impact environment
• Strong blend of technical, operational and strategic responsibility
• Clear scope to influence standards, processes and site performance

Next Steps

If you’re an experienced engineering leader looking for a role with real ownership, accountability and impact, we’d be keen to speak.