Site Mechanical Manager

Site Mechanical Manager (Industrial Engineering Services)

Salary - upto £60,000

A well-established engineering services organisation with a long-standing presence in the industry is seeking a Site Mechanical Manager to support both office-based operations and on-site activities.

This role involves overseeing a small team of engineers working across multiple client locations, carrying out maintenance and repair work on a wide range of industrial equipment, including motors, pump systems, and other mechanical assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of field-based engineers
• Visit client sites to assess technical requirements and diagnose issues
• Prepare cost estimates and quotations for proposed work
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding project progress
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new team members
• Oversee staff development, including performance reviews and training plans

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of industrial mechanical systems, including pumps and motors
• Electrical knowledge or background preferred
• Previous experience in a similar leadership or supervisory role
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a technical team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Competence with standard IT tools (e.g., office software)
• Good working knowledge of health and safety regulations and safe systems of work

Core Skills:

• Experience working across multiple sites/environments
• Strong leadership and decision-making ability
• Effective problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Solid technical engineering knowledge
• Ability to communicate clearly with both clients and internal teams
• Capable of managing a varied and demanding workload

Desirable Attributes:

• Practical, hands-on approach
• Proactive and self-driven mindset
• Willingness to challenge processes and suggest improvements
• Adaptable and responsive to change
• Persistent and results-oriented
• Professional and respectful in team environments

Candidate Profile:

• Fully qualified in a relevant mechanical and/or electrical discipline
• Experience in engineering management or maintenance operations
• Broad technical knowledge across mechanical and electrical systems
• Willingness to take a hands-on role when required