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Job Title: Department Engineer
Location: Stocksbridge
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Day shifts, Monday to Friday (8am-4pm)
Salary: Circa £57,000 DOE

Verus Recruitment Partners is proud to represent a leading specialist manufacturing company, seeking a highly skilled and experienced Department Engineer to join their team at the Stocksbridge facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role, overseeing engineering operations and driving continuous improvement within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Role Overview
As Department Engineer, you will lead and develop a team of skilled engineers and craftsmen, ensuring the effective maintenance and improvement of all assets, services, and infrastructure within your department. Your role will focus on driving operational excellence, implementing engineering projects, and promoting sustainable outcomes across the site.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and coach a dynamic engineering team, fostering talent development and future leadership.
Manage the engineering budget for your department, driving cost-efficiency while maintaining high standards.
Collaborate with the Plant Manager to determine asset strategies and implement improvement plans.
Develop and execute engineering projects (capital and operational) that align with business goals.
Enhance plant reliability by driving improvements in maintenance standards and reducing downtime.
Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and quality standards through rigorous audit schedules.
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
Work closely with internal teams, consultants, and suppliers to achieve project goals.
Promote a culture of operational discipline, high performance, and adherence to critical controls. About You
We are seeking a performance-driven professional with strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a passion for exceeding expectations. To succeed in this role, you will have:

Essential Criteria

Relevant engineering qualifications (HNC or higher) with at least 5 years’ experience in a supervisory or technical role.
Extensive plant engineering experience, including machinery and control systems.
Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation within a manufacturing environment.
Proven ability to lead diverse teams, develop individuals, and foster strong stakeholder relationships.
Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills, with a collaborative approach to solutions.
Proficiency in using CMMS and MS Office.
Be within a commutable distance of their site in Stocksbridge, North Sheffield.  Desirable Criteria

Experience with vacuum induction furnaces, arc remelting furnaces, and heat treatment furnaces.
Knowledge of three-phase systems, AC/DC equipment, and PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Siemens).
Understanding of steel manufacturing processes and how engineering parameters affect product quality.
Experience in team development, including succession planning and career progression strategies. What’s in it for You?

Competitive salary circa £57,000 DOE
35 days of holiday (including bank holidays)
Private medical insurance
Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
Free life assurance and income protection schemes
Career progression opportunities
Free on-site parking How to Apply
Take the next step in your career and join a forward-thinking organisation where your skills and leadership will make a real impact. For more information or to apply, contact Verus Recruitment Partners at
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At Verus Recruitment, we believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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