Mechanical Engineering Manager

West Bromwich, West Midlands
£Negotiable + 25 Days Holiday + Life Assurance + Pension + Monday-Friday (Days)
Heavy Industrial | Maintenance Leadership | Project Oversight | COMAH Site

Are you a hands-on, experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager with a background in industrial manufacturing? Ready to take charge of a well-established maintenance team and play a critical role in a specialist chemical processing environment?

A longstanding UK manufacturer, known for its expertise in complex chemical processes and custom synthesis, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead their mechanical and civil engineering functions at a busy, lower-tier COMAH site. This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role where you'll be responsible for both people and performance - with real scope to shape the department.

What You'll Be Doing:

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Lead and manage the Mechanical & Civil Engineering teams (approx. 23 staff + contractors)

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Oversee maintenance operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective outcomes

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Manage minor engineering projects within a live chemical manufacturing environment

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Use CMMS tools to plan, track and report maintenance activity

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Maintain a safety-first culture in line with site, legal, and regulatory requirements

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Collaborate with suppliers, insurers, and regulatory bodies (e.g. HSE)

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Monitor asset reliability and support continuous improvement activities

What You'll Need:

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Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering (degree preferred)

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10+ years' mechanical engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing setting

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At least 5 years' experience in a leadership/supervisory capacity

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Strong experience managing maintenance teams and contractors

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Working knowledge of COMAH or high-hazard site requirements

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Skilled in using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

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Clear communicator with excellent people and IT skills

Why Join?

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Join a stable and respected UK manufacturer with a global reputation

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Influence operational strategy in a senior-level position

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25 days holiday + bank holidays

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Life assurance & paid sick scheme

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Access to stakeholder pension scheme

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Monday-Friday daytime hours (8am-4:30pm, 40 hours/week)

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Career development through internal and external training

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced mechanical professional who enjoys balancing operational leadership with hands-on involvement in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment. If you're looking for the next step in your career, we want to hear from you