Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager – Life Sciences £62,500 + £5,100 Car Allowance Location: Cambridge Benefits: Single Health Coverage Pension matched up to 5% 25 days Holiday + Bank holidays    As the Engineering Manager at a leading campus in Cambridge, you’ll oversee the maintenance of plant and equipment, ensuring all operations comply with site safety procedures and policies while meeting health and safety legislation. You’ll lead a 24/7 engineering team and liaise with key stakeholders to deliver high-quality maintenance solutions. Key Responsibilities Team Management: Allocate and plan work for the 24/7 engineering team, including PPMs and responsive tasks. Quality Control: Perform quality checks on completed work to maintain high standards. Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate with key stakeholders to arrange complex maintenance tasks. Training and Development: Ensure team members have Personal Development Plans (PDPs) in place and adequate training is scheduled. Authorised Person (AP) Responsibilities: Act as AP for HV-LV electrical systems and confined spaces, depending on qualifications. Technical Leadership: Advise on mechanical and electrical competencies, assess contractors, and ensure all site policies and procedures are up to date. Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation in collaboration with the site HSE Manager and BU Technical Manager. Emergency Support: Assist during emergency operations and liaise with site management.Essential Skills & Qualifications Apprentice-trained engineer with recognised qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. 5+ years’ experience managing teams in a regulated environment. Strong knowledge of Building Management Systems, Fire Alarms, and General Building Services (Electrical, AC, Boilers, Water Systems, Chillers, Generators, UPS). Commitment to safe working practices.Preferred Skills Working towards Incorporated Engineering registration with CIBSE, IET, or IMechE. IOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification. Why Apply?   This is your opportunity to lead the engineering operations at one of the world’s top pharmaceutical companies. If you have a passion for safety, team leadership, and technical excellence, we want to hear from you.   Apply now to take your career to the next level