General Manager / Production Engineer

3 Days Old

Clacton-on-Sea
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely. Full-Time, Site-Based £40,000 - £45,000
General Manager / Production Engineer
I am recruiting for an experienced General Manager / Production Engineer with a strong engineering background. This site-based role will oversee day-to-day operations, support proposal development, and ensure effective production, maintenance, and project execution. The ideal candidate will have held a similar managerial or production engineering position within the energy, boiler, or heavy engineering sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
Oversee daily site operations related to boiler production, repair, and related engineering activities.
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
Implement and maintain operational processes, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Engineering & Technical Duties
Provide hands-on engineering support across production, troubleshooting, and maintenance of boiler systems.
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and technical specifications.
Review technical documentation, drawings, and work packages; ensure engineering accuracy and feasibility.
Proposals & Project Support
Assist in developing technical and commercial proposals for new and existing clients.
Work with sales and commercial teams to scope projects, define technical requirements, and estimate resources and timelines.
Provide expert input to help win projects and enhance customer confidence.
Operational Oversight
Manage production schedules, resource allocation, and workflow planning.
Drive quality assurance, ensuring production output meets standards and customer expectations.
Oversee site safety procedures and promote best-practice HSE culture.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
Proven experience in a General Manager, Production Engineer, Operations Manager, or similar role in the engineering or boiler sector.
Degree or relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
Strong leadership abilities with experience managing teams in a site-based environment.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, engineering documents, and specifications.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable
Experience supporting commercial proposals or tender submissions. xehkeey
Knowledge of fabrication, welding, pressure systems, or boiler manufacturing processes.
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Location:
Clacton-On-Sea, Essex
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Retail And Wholesale

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