Engineering Manager

Job description

Tullis Russell is an employee-owned business with a proud heritage of innovation and sustainability. We're one of the world's leading creative and environmentally responsible coating companies, producing high-quality paper and film products used across industries worldwide.

As Engineering Manager, you'll lead our engineering function to maximise plant reliability, efficiency, and safety - driving continuous improvement and supporting operational performance through effective maintenance strategies and strong team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and deliver a preventative maintenance strategy to minimise downtime and optimise asset performance

- Lead, coach, and develop a multi-skilled engineering team, ensuring high performance and engagement

- Manage engineering budgets, contractors, and procurement to deliver cost-effective operations

- Drive CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) optimisation to improve planning and asset reliability

- Collaborate with operations on continuous improvement initiatives and production targets

- Lead capital expenditure projects and planned shutdowns through to completion

- Champion a strong safety culture and ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and ISO standards

About You

- In-depth electrical and control systems skillset developed in a manufacturing environment

- Minimum of 3–5 years in an engineering management role within a manufacturing environment

- Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering principles, including PLCs and machine control systems

- Experience managing engineering budgets, both consumable and capital

- Proficient in CMMS administration and Microsoft Office suite

- A track record of leading multifunctional teams to deliver operational improvements

- HND or Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline

- TPM/AM experience desirable; lean practitioner experience a bonus

- IOSH/NEBOSH or formal safety qualification desirable

What We Can Offer You

- Salary from £60,000 per annum

- A role with genuine influence over engineering and operational performance

- The opportunity to lead and develop a skilled, multi-disciplined team

- The backing of an employee-owned business that invests in its people

- Employee PRP bonus & individual performance bonus

- 25 days holiday + bank holidays

- Healthcare cash plan

- Medical cover

- Company pension (matched contributions up to 10%)

- Life insurance

- Employee ownership benefits

- Learning and development opportunities

- Free onsite parking

If you're ready to lead a high-performing engineering team in a company that's owned by its people and shaped by its values, apply today to join the Tullis Russell team.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bollington

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

19-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English