Department Manager
Posted 16 days 13 hours ago by CLARITY RECRUITING LTD
Department Manager
Location: Maidstone, Kent.
Salary: Depeneding on Experience.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
A leading firm in the mechanical engineering sector with a commitment to excellence and innovation. We are looking to expand our dynamic team with a skilled Department Manager who will contribute to our growth and share in our success.
The Role: As the Department Manager, you will oversee a diverse team of approximately 30 members, encompassing workshop operations, site-based projects, and sales initiatives. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational efficiency, promoting team collaboration, and driving performance to meet and exceed our business objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage day-to-day operations across workshop, site-based, and sales departments.
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency within the team.
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that encourages high performance.
- Liaise with senior management to report on department performance and develop growth strategies.
- Handle HR responsibilities, including recruitment, training, and development of staff.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.
- Manage budgets and forecasts to optimize resource allocation and maximize profitability.
Candidate Profile:
- Proven experience in a management role within Engineering.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive team performance.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with diverse teams.
- Strategic thinker with a robust analytical mindset.
- Knowledge of industry practices, standards, and regulations.
- Mechanical engineering experience or something similar.
What We Offer:
- A competitive starting salary of £45,000 to £55,000 (depending on experience) with room for growth based on performance.
- A range of benefits tailored to your experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment.
We believe in rewarding exceptional talent and offering opportunities for continuous professional growth. If you are ambitious, driven, and ready to lead a vibrant team, this is your next great opportunity.