Assistant Engineering Manager

ASSISTANT ENGINEERING MANAGER Job Title: Assistant Engineering Manager Location: Kilcommon, Cahir, Co. Tipperary Salary: €70,(Apply online only) - €90,(Apply online only) + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Shift: Days (Weekend Management Responsibility) Job Role of the Assistant Engineering Manager An exciting opportunity has become available for an Assistant Engineering Manager to join a leading food manufacturing business at one of its largest and most complex manufacturing sites. This is a genuine succession planning role, working alongside the current Engineering Manager, who will mentor and develop you with the aim of progressing into the Engineering Manager position. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you'll lead a team of 26 multi-skilled engineers, driving engineering performance, continuous improvement and plant reliability while working closely with Operations to maximise production efficiency across a large, fast-paced manufacturing facility. Sector - Food Manufacturing / Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Assistant Engineering Manager Previous experience leading or supervising an engineering team within an FMCG or manufacturing environment. Multi-skilled engineering background with a recognised engineering qualification. Essential Requirements for the Assistant Engineering Manager Engineering qualification (Electrical or Mechanical). Previous experience managing or supervising maintenance engineers within a manufacturing environment. Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding experience. Experience working with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) systems and reactive maintenance. Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills. Requirements for the Assistant Engineering Manager Previous experience working as an Assistant Engineering Manager, Engineering Team Leader, Engineering Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor or Senior Maintenance Engineer. Experience using a CMMS to plan, schedule and manage engineering activities. Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and improve equipment reliability and OEE. Experience managing engineering KPIs, labour utilisation and maintenance planning. Strong understanding of health & safety, engineering compliance and contractor management. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing engineering teams. Ability to work collaboratively with Production and Site Management to achieve operational targets. Willingness to support weekend site management when required. The Assistant Engineering Manager will benefit from: A clear progression path to Engineering Manager. Direct mentoring and development from the current Engineering Manager. Leading and developing a team of 26 multi-skilled engineers at one of the company's flagship manufacturing sites. Working within a business that continually invests in its engineering function, people and manufacturing facilities. Relocation package available for candidates looking to move to the area. Excellent training, professional development and long-term career progression. €70,(Apply online only) - €90,(Apply online only) salary, bonus and an excellent benefits package. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Begum Halil at Pioneer Selection. As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply - please see our website for further details