Reporting directly to the AAH General Manager, the Engineering Manager for our site in Tamworth will be responsible for managing the site engineering team to ensure they effectively maintain the automation and equipment within the branch, whilst ensuring that the automated equipment and systems run to optimum efficiency in accordance with AAH/Knapp/Peem/Schaefer guidelines.
You will be accountable for assisting the engineering team in a ‘Hands on’ engineering capacity (as/when required) and to coach and develop capability within the wider engineering team.
As the Engineering Manager, you will be expected to oversee the recruitment, training and development of the team, whilst managing specified HSE risks on site in line with business policies and procedures including: management of contractors, management of maintenance of specialist plant (HVAC, Generators, Sprinkler systems etc.).
Why AAH?
AAH are the leading medical supplier in the UK, we impact millions of people across thousands of UK communities. From our network of branches, we distribute lifesaving medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals and GP’s. We work collectively to make a difference. We don’t believe in standing still, which is why we are investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our valued good. Our ability to shape the future of healthcare depends on the passion and hard work of our people
Competitive salary plus benefits:
- 25 days holiday
- Company Sick Pay
- Pension Scheme
- Long Service Awards
- Death in Service
- Discounted Shopping Platform
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A full range of development opportunities including apprenticeships, on the job training and management qualifications, including our step into management programme, regional or even Head office roles- the opportunities are endless
- Onsite parking with excellent working conditions and transport links. (Check out the map to find our exact location).
The ideal applicant will possess a recognised engineering apprenticeship and/or HNC in an engineering discipline, alongside proven commercial experience within a distribution (supply chain warehouse), manufacturing, pharmaceutical or FMCG environment. They will be confident in their people management and leadership skills, with a clear ability to motivate, develop, performance manage and communicate effectively.
It is essential to this role that you have experience of automation.
Experience within project management will also be key to this role to support investment and improvement on site and supporting the team in creating strategy, implementing process.
We’re looking for people with experience in a similar environment, including time spent leading teams, managing budgets, and helping to drive change. Organisation and communication skills are very important. You also need to be able to build strong relationships with customers and colleagues, and find ways to get the most out of every person in your team.
Essential qualifications:
- Recognized engineering apprenticeship
- HNC in an engineering discipline
- Team management & development experience
- Leadership and performance management training
- Project management experience
- CMMS Experience
Desired qualifications:
- BEng or BSc in engineering discipline
- Recognised H&S qualification IOSH or NEBOSH
- Experience of maintenance strategies and lean manufacturing techniques
You will play an essential role within the AAH branch helping us to be the largest distributor of pharmaceutical and healthcare products to our customers. we impact millions of people across thousands of UK communities. From our network of branches, we distribute lifesaving medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals and GP’s. We work collectively to make a difference working with our ICARE values to create a culture we can be proud of. We don’t believe in standing still, which is why we are investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our valued good.
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity & inclusion, taking a person-centered approach to our interview process that is fair and free from both discrimination and bias. If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our recruitment team
