Mechanical Engineer

Our client is a market leading manufacturer of products and solutions utilised within the construction industry.



With plans for multi million pound investment and a new state of the art manufacturing facility, we are seeking an experienced Head of Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical SME Engineer to drive the business forward, taking manufacturing operations to the next level for production, planning, quality, H & S and overall efficiency.



Whats in it for you as Head of Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical SME Engineer;



Salary up to £65,000 per annum

KPI Driven bonus

Highly competitive holiday allowance

Location - Basildon

competitive pension and comprehensive employee benefits program

Hours of work Monday to Friday

Ability to develop within a Heavy Indsutrial market leading business

Working towards World Class Manufacturing



Key Responsibilities of Head of Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical SME Engineer;



The leadership of a small Engineering team of around 10-15 Headcount

People Management, including the motivation and mentoring of your team to effectively problem solve and develop their careers, aligning the right level of leadership to drive the site and manufacturing lines forward

Implementation and management of HSEQ standard and policy

Heavy Industrial Mechanical Engineering

To support with the move to a new state of the art manufacturing environment in the local vicinity

To identify opportunities to further automate manufacturing processes

To monitor and execute electrical tasks through spot checks and relay relevant feedback

Qualifications needed as Head of Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical SME Engineer;



Previous experience within a senior production/ manufacturing leadership position, e.g. Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager, Shift Operations Manager, Shift Production Manager, Production Lead, etc

Leadership and people management skills and the ability to build, motivate, develop and improve teams.

The position reports to the Site Operations Manager and provides a high level of influence and autonomy within the business, along with opportunities for both personal and career development.

Mechanical Maintenance including heavy Industry Plant Knowledge This position would suit Mechanical SME Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer or Head of Mechanical