Service manager

Service Manager

* Salary:£55,000 £60,000 DOE
* Location: Oldham, Manchester

We are looking for an experienced Service Manager. The role will be responsible for developing spare parts kits, maintenance, repair, overhaul and lifecycle support services, while building the processes, controls and commercial structure of the service operation.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong technical, commercial and operational capability.

Key Responsibilities for this Service Manager role:

* Set up and manage the Service & Lifecycle Support function.
* Establish Service as a standalone cost centre with revenue and margin ownership.
* Develop spare parts kits, service processes and quality controls.
* Implement pricing, KPIs and performance reporting.
* Manage service activity through existing teams initially, with future team growth.
* Ensure full quality compliance, traceability and documentation.
* Act as the main customer contact for service and aftermarket support.

Requirementsfor this Service Manager role:

1. Experience in service, aftermarket or maintenance management within engineering or manufacturing.
2. Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies (valves preferred).
3. Commercial awareness including pricing and cost control.