Engineering Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Birmingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Engineering Apprenticeship HNC in Engineering Team Management Leadership Project Management CMMS Experience Maintenance Strategies Lean Manufacturing

FULL DESCRIPTION

Engineering Manager

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the site engineering team in Birmingham, ensuring efficient maintenance of automated equipment and systems. The role involves managing HSE risks, coaching the team, and implementing preventative maintenance schedules.

About The Role

To manage the site engineering team to ensure they effectively maintain the automation and equipment within the branch, ensuring that the automated equipment and systems run to optimum efficiency in accordance with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]/Knapp/Peem/Schaefer guidelines. You will manage specified HSE risks on site in line with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] policies and procedures and to ensure legal compliance in terms of these risks. Including, management of contractors, management of maintenance of specialist plant (HVAC, Generators, Sprinkler systems etc.).

Accountabilities:

  • To assist and lead the engineering team in a 'Hands on' engineering capacity as and when required and to coach and develop capability within the engineering team
  • Assist with creating suitable preventative maintenance schedules and adopt learnings from root cause analysis of equipment failure
  • Collect and Administer Right to work checks in line with the legal requirement
  • To coach and develop the engineering team, utilising performance tools such as succession plans and training and Development plans to identify and address any capability gaps and improve overall capability of the team
  • Ensure compliance to the maintenance schedule and plan and prioritise engineering tasks in line with site priorities
  • Ensure maintenance records and engineering activities are captured and recorded (using CMMS when implemented)
  • Ensure that the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is fully utilised in line with company guidelines and all planned maintenance and corrective work is carried out in a timely manner

Why [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are the leading medical supplier in the UK, we impact millions of people across thousands of UK communities. From our network of branches, we distribute lifesaving medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals and GP’s. We work collectively to make a difference. We don’t believe in standing still, which is why we are investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our valued good. Our ability to shape the future of healthcare depends on the passion and hard work of our people.

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Company Sick Pay
  • Pension Scheme
  • Long Service Awards
  • Death in Service
  • Discounted Shopping Platform
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • A full range of development opportunities including apprenticeships, on the job training and management qualifications, including our step into management programme, regional or even Head office roles- the opportunities are endless
  • Onsite parking with excellent working conditions and transport links. (Check out the map to find our exact location.)

About You

Essential:

  • Recognized engineering apprenticeship
  • HNC in an engineering discipline
  • Team management & development experience
  • Leadership and performance management training
  • Project management experience
  • CMMS Experience

Desired:

  • BEng or BSc in engineering discipline
  • Recognised H&S qualification IOSH or NEBOSH
  • Experience of maintenance strategies and lean manufacturing techniques

About Us

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you’ll be part of a team playing a vital role in one of the UK’s largest pharmaceutical and healthcare distribution networks. Every day, we make a difference in millions of lives by delivering lifesaving medicines from our network of branches to pharmacies, hospitals, and GP practices across thousands of communities.

We operate with purpose and integrity, guided by our ICARE values, and are proud of the inclusive, collaborative culture we’ve built. We don’t believe in standing still, which is why we are investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our valued goods.

As part of our commitment to responsible business practices, we’re actively working to reduce our environmental impact. From modernising our delivery fleet and optimising routes to minimising waste and improving energy efficiency across our operations, we’re supporting a more sustainable future for the communities we serve.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Our person-centred approach to recruitment ensures a fair and welcoming experience, free from discrimination and bias. If you require any reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition, please let our recruitment team know so we can support you throughout the process.

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