Engineering Operations Manager – Cheshire £55k - £65k neg. depending on experience Are you a dynamic leader with a knack for managing engineering projects? Join our team in Cheshire as an Engineering Operations Manager and drive our project success! About the Role: As an Engineering Operations Manager, you'll support growing client demand and strategic partnerships. Your key focus will be on managing customer communications, leading project activities, planning across various projects, and overseeing the engineering team. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and manage day-to-day project operations, ensuring efficiency and budget adherence. * Develop and communicate project plans to customers and the engineering team. * Recruit and onboard new team members, including field-based engineers. * Maintain high-quality standards and safe working practices within the team. * Manage supplier relationships and supply chain requirements. * Conduct regular reviews with engineers to promote skill growth and address issues. * Act as the second line of escalation for customer project challenges. * Monitor budgets and address variances. Qualifications/Experience: * Proven experience managing service/project teams. * Hands-on project management experience. * Strong leadership and team management skills. * Minimum of NVQ Level 3 in a relevant electrical discipline. * Demonstrated mechanical skills. * Strong appetite to learn and use company and third-party software systems. * Full UK passport and driving license. Desirable Skills: * Familiarity with project management methodologies (Prince2, Agile). * PLC skills (Allen Bradley, Omron, Siemens). * Understanding of TCP/IP networks (Firewalls, IIS, FTP). * Knowledge of Vision devices (Sick, Cognex, Omron). * Knowledge of Microsoft SQL tools (SSRS, SSAS, SSIS). * Experience with industrial devices and communication protocols. * Proficiency in another language (German, Spanish, French). Ideal Candidate: * Innovative problem-solver with strong leadership abilities. * Excellent client-facing skills and the ability to prioritize and escalate issues when necessary. * Flexible and willing to support projects across the UK, Europe, and potentially globally. Join our team and lead our engineering projects to new heights! Apply now