Lead Engineer
Ramsbottom, Lancashire
Salary: £54,974 starting salary + Benefits
Shift: 4 on 4 off (days, nights)
Join Marshalls plc, a leader in the hard landscaping industry since 1890. We pride ourselves on manufacturing quality products and providing innovative solutions that have become part of iconic landscapes worldwide. Our engineering teams are vital to our success, focusing on maintenance, machining, electrical systems, and technical design to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee and develop our engineering operations at Ramsbottom. You will lead site engineering teams, implement strategies to improve asset reliability, safety, and quality, and manage engineering systems and processes. Your role includes coaching team members, managing KPIs, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead engineering teams to deliver operational plans within safety, quality, and cost parameters.
2. Develop and implement strategies to enhance reliability, quality, safety, and asset utilization.
3. Manage maintenance principles, engineering systems, and resource planning.
4. Oversee spare parts management, KPI delivery, and continuous improvement projects.
5. Coach and develop direct reports, ensuring performance and potential are maximized.
6. Support project management and act as deputy for the Engineering Manager.
Required Skills and Experience
* Engineering qualification (apprenticeship or equivalent)
* Minimum 3 years' experience in a medium/large automated manufacturing environment
* Leadership experience in an engineering setting
* IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate
* Experience with CMMS and stock control systems
* Knowledge of KPIs and OEE; experience with lean manufacturing techniques is advantageous
* Project management and change leadership skills
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* 26 days holiday + bank holidays
* Monday to Friday schedule, no weekends
* Christmas holidays guaranteed
* Health care cash plan
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
* Employer-matched pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discounts and wellbeing programs
* Share purchase scheme and life assurance
Equal Opportunities
Marshalls is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value every individual's unique contributions and strive to reflect the communities we serve. Join us and bring your whole self to work!
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