The Company: Johnsons Hotel Linen, who specialise in supplying the corporate 4 star market and the budget hotel sector is seeking a talented individual to take on the role of Engineering Manager in a busy and challenging environment. This is very much a hands-on role, leading a small team, in which you will provide vital support to the business and contribute to the smooth running of the organisation. We are looking for a highly versatile, self-motivated and professional individual to lead our engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic and varied role, supporting the smooth running of our laundry in Bourne. The site runs 24/7, and the Engineering Manager is a key member of the Site Leadership Team. In return, we offer a competitive salary, free life assurance, SAYE scheme, EAP, GP 24/7 helpline, free on-site Parking, Extra Mile Awards and the opportunity for career progression in a well-established and successful PLC. The Role: To take full responsibility for the Engineering Department, ensuring effectiveness of plant machinery, maintenance and utilities to support full efficiency within production.To be fully responsible for both preventative and reactive maintenance activities, working alongside your team. To manage a team of Engineers and Technical cleaners on a multi shift arrangement, appraising and reviewing performance Ensure full training for all team members is identified through regular reviews. To review and update as necessary plant and machinery maintenance schedules. To be responsible for the planning and organisation of all planned preventative maintenance activities. To review systems for monitoring of all plant and machinery and to be proactive in seeking remedies to minimise any downtime, which may affect the operation of the production facility. To review, monitor and maintain safe systems of work for the engineering team. Be a key member of the Site Leadership Team and work with all other departments on a daily basis. Manage storage and ordering of spare parts and other essential equipment. Be responsible for the installation and annual review of key plant and machinery, monitoring performance and recording and reporting material defects to the Directors of the Company. Liaise with the Operations and Production Teams to ensure any required maintenance or emergency repairs minimise disruption, whilst ensuring work is carried out to the highest standards. Take overall responsibility for the daily, weekly and monthly machinery checks and repairs. To lead a team of shift engineers, managing training, performance and shift cover to ensure 24/7 cover is provided for the site. To assist with the recruitment of engineering staff, including checking relevant qualifications. To provide assistance with the planning and management of new projects. To review and report on new plant and machinery. To audit as required the workmanship of external contractors. To assist with the completion of health, safety and environmental audits at all plants and ensure completion of recommendations to an acceptable standard. Responsibility for contractors working on site in terms of work permits and RAMs. Benefits: SAYE scheme Pension Free Life Assurance EAP Long Service Awards 24/7 GP Helpline Discounted gym membership Thorough onboarding training and induction programme Deliver the appropriate training to enable you to do your job to the very best of your ability Apprenticeship programs Engineering, LGV, Textile Care Operative, Team Leading, Management and Customer Service Referral schemes Health4All Scheme Extra Mile Awards Baby Boxes Free onsite parking at most sites Johnsons Hotel Linen is a Disability Confident employer