Engineering Manager

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TieTalent . We are seeking an experienced and proactive Engineering Team Leader to drive departmental improvement initiatives and manage day-to-day operational and reactive activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring departmental performance, compliance with GMP and HSE regulations, and the delivery of site objectives through effective leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Responsibilities

Operational Leadership: Take ownership of departmental improvement and development programs, ensuring timely and effective decision-making to meet site and departmental goals.Maintenance and Reliability: Oversee routine and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring adherence to schedules, regulatory standards, and minimal disruption to the operational plan.Team Management: Lead a team of engineering technicians to deliver planned maintenance and testing activities. Promote a collaborative working relationship with Production and Engineering Support teams.Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement: Drive root cause investigations and implement effective CAPAs. Champion reliability best practices and continuously seek ways to improve equipment performance, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency.Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all activities meet GMP, safety, and environmental requirements including PSSR, LOLER, and other regulatory standards. Maintain accurate documentation and close out investigations and change controls promptly.Resource and Budget Management: Manage departmental budgets, allocate resources effectively, and maintain flexibility within the team to meet production needs.Training and Development: Create and implement structured development plans for team members, ensuring training is documented and aligned with system improvement goals.Safety Culture: Actively promote a strong health and safety culture. Address and report Near Misses, accidents, and incidents promptly and support investigations as required.Strategic Projects: Support the introduction of new equipment and processes, contributing to key operational improvement projects and site initiatives.Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative leadership styleAbility to remain flexible and perform under pressure in a dynamic environmentDemonstrated experience in leading teams and delivering structured development plansStrong problem-solving skills and Operational Excellence experienceHigh level of attention to detail with strong numeracy and literacyProven ability to influence cross-functional teams and manage change effectivelyQualifications

Essential: Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical) or HNC with relevant experienceDesirable: Chartered Engineer statusExperience Requirements

Significant experience in a leadership role within a Pharmaceutical, Chemical, or FMCG manufacturing environmentProven track record of driving performance improvement, leading teams, and ensuring regulatory complianceReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at TieTalent by 2xGet notified about new Engineering Manager roles in

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