Total 6 Manager job vacancies in Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1AB

Technical Team Leader

Location: Belliver Way, Roborough, Plymouth, PL6 7BP
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Are you a skilled Technical Team Leader looking to take your career to the next level? Join our dynamic team in Plymouth, where you'll lead and develop technical expertise within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

As a Technical Team Leader, you will master production technology and maintenance techniques, taking responsibility for optimising our engineering operations. You'll work collaboratively across departments to resolve issues, coach team members, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend meetings to provide engineering updates, plan resources, and agree on time lines to address losses.
• Investigate and resolve repeat loss issues using root cause analysis and systematic problem-solving techniques.
• Support Shift Technicians in troubleshooting losses (breakdowns, waste, speed) and ensure the effectiveness of countermeasures.
• Coach team members in maintenance activities and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Participate in CI projects and validations to improve equipment reliability.
• Provide insights to enhance maintenance standards and execution to the Reliability Leader.
• Maintain critical equipment settings and document changes to ensure compliance with standards.
• Plan and oversee preventative and opportunistic maintenance activities with the Preventative Maintenance Leader.
• Respond swiftly to equipment breakdowns and follow escalation processes as needed.
• Ensure accurate recording of maintenance details and spares usage in SAP.

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• HNC or Degree in Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years' technical or manufacturing experience, with expertise in high-speed automated assembly and packaging equipment.
• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset and experience fostering team-building activities.
• Knowledge of safety, ergonomics, and quality systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Preferred: Basic knowledge of PLC systems (not essential).

• A competitive salary of £50,000.
• The opportunity to lead a skilled technical team within a growing organisation.
• A supportive work environment that encourages innovation and development.

Click 'Apply' today if this sounds like you!

Randstad CPE 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. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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 Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Audit Manager

Location: Devon

Contract: Permanent

Rate: £45,000 - £55,000

Start date: Flexible

*Hybrid Working*

Contact: miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a Chartered Accountancy for an Audit Manager to join the team on a Permanent basis. The role itself oversees audit engagements for various clients, ensuring timely and effective resource allocation. You will deliver essential information to clients and address their inquiries promptly. Furthermore, you will collaborate with external file reviewers and communicate with the ICAEW when needed.

Main responsibilities

• Client Portfolio Management: Oversee an audit-focused portfolio, including clients in various sectors, notably the charity sector.
• Plan and control both statutory and voluntary audits, ensuring timely completion with minimal supervision.
• Act as the main contact for client issues, advising on tax liabilities, and keeping clients updated on progress.
• Ensure financial statements comply with external and internal requirements, including the Companies Act and Accounting Standards.
• Resolve technical queries through research and consultation and develop audit-related reports for management.
• Prepare and review corporation tax computations, ensuring timely advice on tax liabilities for clients.
• Develop references and reports based on audits, including identifying deficiencies in internal control and accounting systems

Candidate Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or at least 3 years of senior/manager-level auditing experience.
• Understanding of UK taxes, particularly Corporation Tax and Income Tax, as they apply to audit clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop strong client relationships and build rapport at various levels.
• Strong organisational skills to manage workload efficiently, consistently exceeding client expectations.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero) and desirable knowledge of accounts production software (e.g., CCH, IRIS).

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

Project Manager (Bridges)

Contract Length: Long Term Contract

Location: Glasgow - On Site construction min 3 days per week

Minimum Requirement: The individual needs to a Chartered civil or structural engineer, Have Experience in Bridges & Financial management.
Security Clearance: BPSS (Basic Disclosure)

We are local for an experienced Bridges Special Projects Manager in the Glasgow area of Scotland.

Job Details

The M8 Woodside Manager will manage the day to
day delivery of the M8 Woodside Project on behalf of Transport Scotland.

The current stage of the M8 Woodside project involves delivering the Temporary Propping, with an overall value of around £140m.

This stage of the project is expected to complete in early 2026 and involves the following specific work elements. Enabling works, propping progress, co-ordination & delivery.

General Duties;

• Generic & bespoke propping design & delivery
• Technical support for repair & strengthening design & delivery to Major Projects.
• Stakeholder liaison management, e.g. GCC, SPT, Local businesses, Police, etc
• Gateway & Peer Review support
• Post required to ensure live project design development and delivery for duration of the project.
• Removing restrictions from M8 and surrounding surface streets as safely, quickly and cost-effectively as
  possible.

Please if interested apply within or email aaron.broughton@mcginley.co.uk

As an equal opportunities employer McGinley Support Services (Infrastructure) Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective applicants. We actively seek applications from all sectors of the community and particularly encourage applications from women, those with a disability (that is permissible to a safety-critical environment) and ethnically diverse or ethnic minority candidates, as these groups are underrepresented throughout the construction industry.

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Engineering Team Lead - Plymouth

Up to £50000 - Day Shift - Matched pension up to 10% - Progression opportunities - Life assurance - Private Medical - 24 days holiday - Cycle to work scheme - Critical cover

If you have experience within a first class manufacturing environment and looking for either a step up or a new opportunity then this one is for you!

A globally known FMCG company in the Plymouth area are looking for an Engineering Team Lead to join their department. This role will involve managing a team of multi skilled engineers, planning maintenance, supporting continuous improvement, coaching team members and developing the maintenance across the department, improving reliability and efficiencies.

Package and Benefits:

• Up to £50000
• Days - Monday to Friday
• Matched pension up to 10%
• Progression opportunities
• Life assurance
• Private Medical
• 24 days holiday
• Cycle to work scheme
• Critical cover

Role & Responsibilities:

• Managing and coaching a team of multi skilled engineers
• Working alongside the maintenance manager to plan maintenance activities (repairs and breakdowns)
• Training and development of staff and keeping skills up to date
• Supporting all continuous improvement objectives
• Manage and executing planned and unplanned maintenance activities
• Thorough record keeping of all maintenance / engineering tasks - SAP

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Manufacturing / FMCG industry experience
• HNC or a degree on engineering/related field
• 5 years of more experience within manufacturing or technical environments
• Electrical and mechanical engineering skills
• Experienced in man management

Please contact Hermione Jones for more information.

Hermione@hunterselection.co.uk | 01275371981

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Production Line Leader (Night Shift)

Location: Belliver Way, Plymouth, PL6 7BP
Salary: £27,725 + 48% shift allowance = £41,033 per annum
Shift Pattern: Night Shift, 11 PM - 11 AM, 3 days on, 3 days off

Are you ready to lead a team and make a difference in a thriving manufacturing environment? My client is seeking a Production Line Leader to join their night shift operations at their Plymouth site. This role offers an excellent salary, a 48% shift premium, and a comprehensive benefits package.

When you join, you'll enjoy:

• Matched contribution Pension Scheme up to 10% of your salary.
• Life assurance and critical illness cover.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Share Save Scheme - matched up to £150/month.
• Reward and recognition programme tied to Health & Safety and Continuous Improvement.
• Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Flexible benefits, including Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Subsidised canteen and free car parking.
• 24 days holiday (increasing to 25 after 5 years).

As a Production Line Leader, you will:

• Collaborate with the Operational Team Leader to ensure the team meets planned manufacturing volume targets, balancing operational and operator responsibilities.
• Ensure all products meet specifications outlined in the Quality System and organise corrective actions to maintain acceptable standards.
• Monitor and control manufacturing waste levels, ensuring they remain within budgeted targets.
• Enforce compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental, and GMP standards among all associates.
• Plan and implement manufacturing schedules, ensuring effective control of materials, personnel, and production to accommodate schedule changes.
• Provide and document necessary training for associates to maintain compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Foster a team-oriented environment by motivating and involving line members in promoting a collaborative approach aligned with the company's core values.
• Ensure smooth shift handovers by facilitating effective communication during shift start-up meetings. Handovers occur at the shift start-up board, the primary channel for communicating line performance.
• Participate in team meetings with Line Leaders, Operational Team Leaders, and Value Stream Shift Leaders to align on manufacturing goals.
• Support associate's engagement in the company's Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Technical Support to build a proactive and interactive team between technicians, technical assistants, and operators.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to achieve overall plant objectives.

To excel in this role, you'll need:

• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, managing teams of 4-6 associates.
• Expertise in lean methodologies, including 5S, 5 Why, and production analysis.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• NVQ2 Leadership Qualification (preferred but not essential).

Click 'Apply' today if this sounds like you!

Randstad CPE 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. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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 Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Title: Assistant Facilities Asset Manager
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Compensation: £51,941 + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF60455

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as an Assistant Facilities Asset Manager at our Devonport Royal Dockyard site.

The role
As an Assistant Facilities Asset Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You'll be part of a team responsible for the assets across the entire Devonport Site. A significant, recent commitment to increase the functionality has led to the requirement to expand the team.

Day-to-day, you'll be responsible for a range of tasks within the team, with the overall aim to maintain the compliance and safety of all assets and contribute to investment decisions and future asset management strategies.

• Responsible for the contribution towards compliance, surveying, asset registration and disposal, concessions and deviations and supporting the maintenance function.
• Working closely with the Facilities Engineering teams.

This role is full time, 35 hours per week and is based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard.

Essential experience of the Assistant Facilities Asset Manager

• Understanding of engineering design and safety practices.
• Project specification, planning, project management and estimating experience.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Waterfront/Civil background - Desirable.

Qualifications for the Assistant Facilities Asset Manager

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in an appropriate engineering discipline.
• Registration as a Chartered Engineer or working towards - Desirable

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.
We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive.

We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 05/12/2024

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