Engineering Manager

Bridgestone Group

The Role

Overview

Lead maintenance function in high‑volume manufacturing, ensuring reliability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • maintenance strategy
  • asset management
  • preventive maintenance
  • outage coordination
  • kpi monitoring
  • root cause

Tasks

-Develop and implement maintenance strategies aligned with production goals -Manage asset lifecycle to optimize cost of ownership -Ensure safe operations and product quality at competitive costs -Oversee preventative and predictive maintenance programs -Coordinate major outages and monitor maintenance KPIs -Drive proactive maintenance policies to maximize plant uptime -Lead and develop the maintenance team through training and performance reviews -Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

  • maintenance management
  • problem solving
  • proactive maintenance
  • kpis
  • leadership
  • coaching

What You Bring

Bridgend | Permanent | Up to £70,000 per annum DOE -Proven experience in maintenance management within a manufacturing environment -Hands-on problem-solving approach -Knowledge of proactive maintenance strategies and KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, uptime) -Strong leadership and communication skills -Ability to coach and mentor teams

Benefits

-Wellbeing Support with access to an Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and guidance -Sustainable Travel Options, with the Cycle-to-Work initiative and electric vehicle salary sacrifice options -Annual Leave- 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 extra days each year -Private Healthcare Cover -Health Perks including Free eye examinations and seasonal flu vouchers -Pension Scheme -Exclusive Discounts for you to enjoy savings on selected products and services

The Company

About Bridgestone Group

-Founded with a vision to deliver sustainable construction solutions worldwide. -Renowned for handling complex infrastructure projects with an emphasis on quality and innovation. -Works across various sectors, including energy, utilities, and transport, providing specialized services in each. -Focused on creating value through long-term partnerships and delivering results on time and within budget. -Notable for its expertise in energy-efficient designs and sustainable building methods. -Has a strong track record in delivering large-scale commercial and industrial projects globally. -Recognized for its cutting-edge approach to infrastructure, including renewable energy integration and high-tech construction techniques. -Committed to maintaining a forward-thinking approach that aligns with evolving industry demands.

Sector Specialisms

Construction

Industrial

Manufacturing

Training

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