Role: Maintenance Team Manager (Mechanical)
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £Competitive + Company Bonus & Benefits inc free Healthcare, On-site gym, subsidised lunch, EAP schemes, financial assistance, etc
Hours: 8 am-4:30 pm Monday-Friday
Our client is a well-established manufacturer with a strong focus on continuous improvement, reliability, and health/safety. They foster a culture that values the development of staff and processes.
As the Maintenance Team Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading a team of engineers to achieve exceptional results aligned with the company's vision and values. Your focus will be on improving processes, equipment, and working practices to ensure consistent and effective mechanical maintenance programs that maximise production uptime safely and professionally.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of engineers, fostering high performance and personal development
- Develop and implement consistent and effective maintenance programs to maximise production uptime
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and lead weekly team meetings
- Plan, monitor, and evaluate shutdown, project, and normal maintenance plans
- Identify and communicate maintenance resource requirements (spares, people, special tools)
- Track team KPIs, contribute to shut improvement cycles, and ensure high engineer utilisation
- Develop and document preventive maintenance programs using reliability-based techniques
- Manage CMMS and systems, including audits, reporting, and continuous improvement
- Manage budgets, raise purchase order requisitions, and identify continuous contract and fixed spend
Requirements:
- HNC/HND engineering qualification
- Mechanical engineering
- Strong manufacturing background
- Leading a team of engineers
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CAD Engineer - Bring Smart Lighting Designs to Life!High Wycombe Office based| Permanent, Full-TimeUp to £30,000 p.a.Mon -Fri 09:00 to 17:00Are you a detail-driven CAD Engineer with a passion for turning technical concepts into polished, practical designs? We’re recruiting on behalf of a pioneering smart lighting manufacturer based in High Wycombe. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy seeing your designs play a vital role in real-world installations, this could be the perfect next step.A Bit About the Company You’ll Be JoiningEstablished in 2002, our client has built a reputation for excellence in intelligent lighting control systems. From initial planning through to pre-commissioning and final delivery, their in-house experts handle it all — underpinned by a culture built on integrity, trust, and transparency.What You’ll Be Doing – More Than Just DrawingThis is a varied, hands-on role where your CAD expertise directly supports cutting-edge lighting projects. You’ll be translating technical layouts into highly accurate 2D and 3D designs, working closely with engineers, project managers, and production teams to ensure every detail is right.Key Responsibilities Include:
Interpreting lighting layouts received from contractors or clientsCreating precise AutoCAD backdrops and exporting to internal systemsUsing graphical supervisor software to map out lighting networks and pre-commission equipmentProducing and updating technical drawings and schematics in line with industry standardsWorking across departments to resolve design queries and offer technical guidanceSupporting the Estimating team with design input for quotationsKeeping all documentation and technical files organised and up to dateStaying informed of the latest CAD tools and smart lighting innovations
Who We’re Looking ForThis role will suit someone who’s not only technically strong but also enjoys problem-solving and collaboration.You’ll need to be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with confidence, while staying calm under pressure.You’ll Need:
Excellent attention to detailStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsConfidence working with cross-functional teamsGood communication and time management abilitiesA flexible mindset and willingness to learn new tools and technologiesThe ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics
Your Background – What You’ll Bring to the Table
Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Product Design or a similar field (preferred)Certification or hands-on experience with CAD tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or RhinoFamiliarity with 3D modelling/rendering software is an advantagePrevious experience in lighting, electronics, or manufacturing environmentsBonus points for knowledge of IoT-based lighting systems or smart tech integrationUnderstanding of relevant quality standards and lighting regulations (e.g. CE, IEC)
What’s in It for You – Beyond the Payslip
25 days annual leave + bank holidaysPrivate healthcare planLife insurance cover - for you and your family!Company pension schemeFlexible 35-hour working weekOngoing training and professional developmentA close-knit, friendly team who value collaboration and innovation
Let’s TalkIf you’re ready to take the next step in your CAD career and want to work on exciting lighting projects with a respected UK manufacturer, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential chat.Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment AgencyDue to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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CAD Engineer - Bring Smart Lighting Designs to Life!High Wycombe Office based| Permanent, Full-TimeUp to £30,000 p.a.Mon -Fri 09:00 to 17:00Are you a detail-driven CAD Engineer with a passion for turning technical concepts into polished, practical designs? We’re recruiting on behalf of a pioneering smart lighting manufacturer based in High Wycombe. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy seeing your designs play a vital role in real-world installations, this could be the perfect next step.A Bit About the Company You’ll Be JoiningEstablished in 2002, our client has built a reputation for excellence in intelligent lighting control systems. From initial planning through to pre-commissioning and final delivery, their in-house experts handle it all — underpinned by a culture built on integrity, trust, and transparency.What You’ll Be Doing – More Than Just DrawingThis is a varied, hands-on role where your CAD expertise directly supports cutting-edge lighting projects. You’ll be translating technical layouts into highly accurate 2D and 3D designs, working closely with engineers, project managers, and production teams to ensure every detail is right.Key Responsibilities Include:
Interpreting lighting layouts received from contractors or clientsCreating precise AutoCAD backdrops and exporting to internal systemsUsing graphical supervisor software to map out lighting networks and pre-commission equipmentProducing and updating technical drawings and schematics in line with industry standardsWorking across departments to resolve design queries and offer technical guidanceSupporting the Estimating team with design input for quotationsKeeping all documentation and technical files organised and up to dateStaying informed of the latest CAD tools and smart lighting innovations
Who We’re Looking ForThis role will suit someone who’s not only technically strong but also enjoys problem-solving and collaboration.You’ll need to be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with confidence, while staying calm under pressure.You’ll Need:
Excellent attention to detailStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsConfidence working with cross-functional teamsGood communication and time management abilitiesA flexible mindset and willingness to learn new tools and technologiesThe ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics
Your Background – What You’ll Bring to the Table
Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Product Design or a similar field (preferred)Certification or hands-on experience with CAD tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or RhinoFamiliarity with 3D modelling/rendering software is an advantagePrevious experience in lighting, electronics, or manufacturing environmentsBonus points for knowledge of IoT-based lighting systems or smart tech integrationUnderstanding of relevant quality standards and lighting regulations (e.g. CE, IEC)
What’s in It for You – Beyond the Payslip
25 days annual leave + bank holidaysPrivate healthcare planLife insurance cover - for you and your family!Company pension schemeFlexible 35-hour working weekOngoing training and professional developmentA close-knit, friendly team who value collaboration and innovation
Let’s TalkIf you’re ready to take the next step in your CAD career and want to work on exciting lighting projects with a respected UK manufacturer, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential chat.Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment AgencyDue to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assume a leadership position at the facility in partnership with the shift supervisors. Activities include resolution and communication regarding safety issues.
Execute scheduled PHA's and JSA's.
Proactively monitor areas and remediate potential safety issues.
Use DAKOTA software as a tool for compliance and environmental, health and safety. Use the tool to report incidents, near misses, and non-conformances.
Develop and execute upon "standard work" activities.
Assume responsibility for assigned activities on the Engineering Tier and other accountability boards.
Conduct "GEMBA Walks" daily. Use walks as the primary means of education and communication of expectations.
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Work to maximize equipment efficiency and quality for output.
Member of the facility QIC. Ensure identification of root cause and subsequent prevention of future customer complaints.
Assist in the training of operators with a focus on quality critical product specifications and process parameters.
Significant experience with equipment troubleshooting and process design.
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Must be capable of leading and/or supervising others in their role or in the execution of completing a project.
Mentors less experienced engineers.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Controls, or similar Engineering Degree.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Two+ years related experience and/or training.
Must have experience in both practical Process Engineering and Project Management.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficiency in workflow processes, value stream efficiency, and systems thinking.
Understanding process variance and the resultant effects on Quality.
Knowledge of applied statistics.
Ability to perform problem analysis utilizing problem-solving methodology.
Must be knowledgeable in the Project Management software being used.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 lbs.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.
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