Your new company The Electrical & Automation Manager is an excellent opportunity with one of NI's most successful manufacturing companies to join a committed team at a time of ongoing investment and improvement. The continuous investment over the past few years is testimony to the intention to further develop the site and has created excellent opportunities internally. They are one of the most successful sites in Europe with a very dedicated team across the factory. Your new role Managing a team of 6, you support the site with new and improvement projects to deliver future growth and improvement intentions. The scope of the role is large to include: -Develop & Implement strategy for this department and lead the team -Manage electrical and automation projects to improve current performance but also align with growth projection (long term view) -Drive the team toward KPI delivery and success around efficiency and project success and corrective actions. -Project planning in line with budgets -Drive positive culture and collaboration in the team -Communicate with strength and clarity across the team, other departments and stakeholders -Manage technical specifications -Contribute to project and capital expenditure proposals -Coordinate projects, installations, commissioning activities -Facilitate training to upskill the team and drive efficiency -Operate within company and ISO standards What you'll need to succeed A methodical approach to projects and problem-solving and the ability to communicate and lead a team efficiently are key skills for this role. We are keen to talk about your potential in this role if you can demonstrate similar experience in such a role, but ideally, you will hold the following: -Degree in Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering OR time served to HNC/HND level and relatable experience. -CAD skills -Good knowledge of electrical control systems (PLC's, SCADA, HV Distribution -Strong project delivery experience -Leadership skills What you'll get in return The salary for the role is strong and accompanied by a good bonus potential. You are joining a positive working culture and a company with growth and investment plans in line with consistent investment over the last few years. On top of the excellent salary and bonus you gain: -Life insurance -Good pension scheme -Private Medical Insurance -Company sick pay -Employee assistance -Hybrid working -Health and well-being initiatives and benefits -Subsidised canteen -Personal development -Enhanced maternity/paternity pay -Much more available with full job specs. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: electrical automation projects Benefits: Excellent package