Career Area
Communications
Job Title
Manager of Communications
Salary
£57,737 + per annum dependent upon experience
Location
Peterborough, UK
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays
* Up to 12% Bonus
* Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%
* Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
* Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.
About Caterpillar
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Job Summary
A Communications Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the communications strategy for the Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD). You will support the global Medium Engines business through expert guidance, strategic planning, and strong governance. In addition, you will lead our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) communications and oversee all facility communications for our Peterborough site, ensuring consistent, high‑quality messaging across the organisation.
What You Will Do
* The focus of the position is to support the development and delivery of communications for the Medium Engines business in IPSD, as well as development, support and governance of the strategy. The successful candidate will work across a global team, with customers based at multiple locations.
* Ensure all communications plans and tactics are consistent with the company’s strategic vision, IPSD’s priorities and reflect the Caterpillar, Cat and Perkins brands.
* This position acts as an advisor or consultant to senior management on communications, developing and executing communication plans for a variety of local and global initiatives.
* Responsible for deliverables that include speeches, video scripts, presentations, newsletter articles, website and internal all-employee meetings, working on multiple communications activities and managing non-repeating projects.
* Work effectively across functional boundaries to deliver communication solutions – partnering with our internal marketing group, Corporate Public Affairs and other communicators across IPSD as well as other external groups.
* The position works to develop innovative processes or methods to best use resources and technology in meeting the quality goals.
* The position will develop a strategy for CSR activities in Peterborough.
* The position will provide support to the local HR Manager as required, focused on support for standard HR processes and activities.
What You Will Have
* Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
* Interpersonal Relationships & Influencing: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
* Organizational Communications: Knowledge of techniques and media for organizational communication; ability to utilize relevant tools to communicate information about the organization internally and externally.
* Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
* Initiative: Being proactive and committing to action on self-identified job responsibilities and challenges; ability to seek out work and the drive to accomplish goals.
Additional Information
* This position is located in Peterborough, UK
* This position requires 100% on site presence
* Travel: 10-15% Globally
What You Will Get
Joining Caterpillar as a Communications Manager offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a global, industry‑leading organisation. This role sits at the heart of the Industrial Power Systems Division, giving you the platform to shape communications for a business that powers critical industries and communities around the world. You will influence the global Medium Engines strategy, lead Corporate Social Responsibility storytelling, and elevate the profile of our Peterborough facility—helping to connect employees, customers, and communities to the work we do. At Caterpillar, your ideas are valued, your voice matters, and your work contributes directly to a legacy of innovation, sustainability, and world‑class manufacturing. It’s a chance to do purpose‑driven communications on a truly global scale.
NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. #LI
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates: March 16, 2026 - March 23, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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