104 Technical Manager jobs in Lemington

Overview

If you're an experienced technical or engineering professional with a background in building services and you're ready to take ownership of the operational and technical performance of a high-footfall retail environment, this opportunity in Sunderland could be the next step you're looking for.

Your responsibilities will be:

• Overseeing all technical services on site, including M&E, compliance, building fabric, and PPM

• Managing a small technical team and delegating daily reactive and planned tasks

• Owning the operational budget, including forecasting and service charge management

• Leading on refurbishments, upgrades, and tenant fit-outs from design to contractor management

• Driving health and safety performance and ensuring full compliance

• Supporting the Centre Manager and engaging with key stakeholders to deliver an outstanding environment for occupiers and visitors

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Join a well-established and supportive on-site team

• Take full ownership of technical delivery across a busy retail asset

• Lead on key projects linked to leasing, tenant works, and asset improvements

• Build strong working relationships with tenants, contractors, and key stakeholders

• Influence operational performance and play a strategic role on site

The right candidate will be:

• Experienced in technical services or FM leadership within retail, leisure, or another customer-facing environment

• Confident managing compliance systems, projects, and budgets

• Qualified (or working towards) in IOSH or NEBOSH

• Ideally electrically qualified or with strong M&E knowledge

• A clear communicator, calm under pressure, and able to build trust quickly

• Someone who is organised and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-tasking roles

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience

If this sounds like the right challenge for you, apply or send your CV to

We're looking for a Technical Services Manager to lead the technical operations of the The Bridges Shopping Centre, an iconic landmark in the heart of Sunderland. You will be ensuring facilities run seamlessly, statutory compliance is maintained, and standards remain exceptional! This role offers the opportunity to design and deliver improvement strategies that keep The Bridges operating at its very best.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and deliver best practice technical and operational solutions to site-specific challenges.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate improvement strategies to maximise efficiency.
• Manage budgets to achieve profitability, growth, cash flow, and invoicing targets.
• Provide technical support to staff, tenants, service providers, and contractors.
• Lead technical services meetings and contribute to project and refurbishment planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong working knowledge of the mechanical and electrical services industry.
• Proven experience managing maintenance contracts and supervising contractors.
• Excellent leadership, change management, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation and risk management.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable:

• IOSH/NEBOSH qualified

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a respected company with a strong commitment to operational excellence and customer service.
• Work in a senior leadership position with real scope to influence change and improvement.
• Collaborate with dedicated professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

If you have the expertise, drive, and vision to succeed in this role, I'd love to hear from you!

My client is a leading technology business based in the North East of England. Reporting to the Operations Director, my client seeks a proactive and results-oriented Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on production efficiency, quality leadership, and continuous improvement.

About the role

The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end production and quality functions, ensuring high-performance operations that meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient workflow, resource optimisation, and achievement of production KPIs (output, OEE, downtime, on-time delivery).
• Drive best practices in production scheduling, capacity planning, and materials flow to support customer demand and inventory control.
• Directly lead the Quality function, including quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians.
• Ensure full compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements.
• Oversee internal and external audits, corrective and preventive action programs, and quality training initiatives.
• Drive the implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) that supports operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Champion the use of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles to drive process improvements and waste reduction.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional improvement projects focused on yield, cycle time, cost, and defect reduction.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving across both operations and quality teams.
• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing team across operations and quality.
• Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and foster accountability at all levels.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and engagement through effective leadership and communication.
• Work closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product Management teams to support new product introductions, change control, and production scaling.
• Align operations and quality activities with strategic business goals and customer requirements.

About you

The ideal candidate will bring a demonstrated ability to improve manufacturing outcomes, lead quality systems and teams, and deliver tangible improvements through structured continuous improvement methodologies. You will possess demonstrable experience gained in Operations Management within a technology or precision manufacturing based setting. You will be a highly visible and active manager who gains buy in from the shop floor to Director level. A natural problem solver, you thrive being away from your desk, regularly interfacing with all other departments.

Key selection criteria

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related technical field.
• Demonstrable experience in operations leadership within a technology or precision manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership of a Quality function, including ISO 9001 compliance, audit readiness, and QMS deployment.
• Strong background in process improvement, lean tools (5S, VSM, SMED), and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven performance management.
• Excellent communication, team building, and leadership skills.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
• Working knowledge of digital manufacturing tools and Industry 4.0 principles.
• Familiarity with customer audit protocols and supplier quality management.

My client is a leading technology business based in the North East of England. Reporting to the Operations Director, my client seeks a proactive and results-oriented Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on production efficiency, quality leadership, and continuous improvement.

About the role

The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end production and quality functions, ensuring high-performance operations that meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient workflow, resource optimisation, and achievement of production KPIs (output, OEE, downtime, on-time delivery).
• Drive best practices in production scheduling, capacity planning, and materials flow to support customer demand and inventory control.
• Directly lead the Quality function, including quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians.
• Ensure full compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements.
• Oversee internal and external audits, corrective and preventive action programs, and quality training initiatives.
• Drive the implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) that supports operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Champion the use of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles to drive process improvements and waste reduction.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional improvement projects focused on yield, cycle time, cost, and defect reduction.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving across both operations and quality teams.
• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing team across operations and quality.
• Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and foster accountability at all levels.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and engagement through effective leadership and communication.
• Work closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product Management teams to support new product introductions, change control, and production scaling.
• Align operations and quality activities with strategic business goals and customer requirements.

About you

The ideal candidate will bring a demonstrated ability to improve manufacturing outcomes, lead quality systems and teams, and deliver tangible improvements through structured continuous improvement methodologies. You will possess demonstrable experience gained in Operations Management within a technology or precision manufacturing based setting. You will be a highly visible and active manager who gains buy in from the shop floor to Director level. A natural problem solver, you thrive being away from your desk, regularly interfacing with all other departments.

Key selection criteria

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related technical field.
• Demonstrable experience in operations leadership within a technology or precision manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership of a Quality function, including ISO 9001 compliance, audit readiness, and QMS deployment.
• Strong background in process improvement, lean tools (5S, VSM, SMED), and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven performance management.
• Excellent communication, team building, and leadership skills.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
• Working knowledge of digital manufacturing tools and Industry 4.0 principles.
• Familiarity with customer audit protocols and supplier quality management.

Rewards/Benefits on offer.

• A highly competitive salary.
• Working for a highly successful Northeast SME business, with plans for organic growth and expansion by further acquisitions.
• A superb career opportunity, to work with a highly experienced team of Directors.
• The company supply to a varied customer base, with a range of high value quality products.
• An immediate start date for the right person!
• 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Company Pension

The Company

Our client is a true Northeast success story within the regional SME manufacturing sector. The company is a privately-owned business with an impressive history of developing, manufacturing, and supplying a range of high-quality products to a national customer base, in a variety of market sectors. The company operates from a well-established production facility located in the Gateshead area, with plans for organic growth and further acquisitions. They are now looking to recruit an experienced Operations Manager to work closely with their company Directors and to provide a hands-on leadership role in all aspects of their production facility. You will be placed in a key role, to implement and manage a range of continuous improvement projects as well as to train, mentor and develop the next leadership team for the business. We believe this is an outstanding career opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader, to help support a growing business and impart knowledge, experience, and wisdom to their key employees.

Job Summary

• Responsible for driving continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives across the factory to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall performance.
• Key focus areas include team development, process optimisation, and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement lean manufacturing strategies to improve productivity, reduce costs, and eliminate waste.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through effective use of visual management and daily team engagement.
• Support and develop staff through structured training, coaching, and mentoring.
• Monitor and improve KPIs relating to production, quality, and delivery targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and efficient factory operations.
• Happy to travel to a manufacturing facility in the Midlands.

About you.

• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing leadership role.
• Strong background in implementing Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement techniques (e.g. 5S, Kaizen, efficiency improvements).
• Experience working cross-functionally with teams and different sites.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and operational compliance standards.
• Experience of training and developing staff members to become effective future leaders.
• Results-driven with a track record of delivering efficiency gains and cost reductions.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills in fast-paced environments.
• Strong people management skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and engage teams.
• Confident communicator, capable of leading daily briefs, coaching individuals, and influencing change.
• Able to prioritise and adapt to evolving production needs and targets.
• Formal lean/CI qualification or training is highly desirable.
• Proactive, hands-on leadership style.
• Continuous improvement mindset with attention to detail.
• Calm under pressure and resilient in managing operational challenges.
• Committed to developing a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture

Operations Manager

• Salary circa £65,000 a year plus benefits package
li>Sunderland
• Permanent staff position

An experienced Operations Manager is wanted to head up a highly skilled team at their growing manufacturing facility in Sunderland.

The company manufactures a range of specialist equipment for a global customer base spanning multiple industry sectors.

A key part of a global engineering group, they are taking the next exciting steps in their business scale-up and are looking for the right leader to help them on this journey.

Are you the person to drive the business to the next level?

What You’ll Bring to the Team

< i>Proven operational leadership within an engineering/manufacturing environment, in a position such as Operations Director, Site Lead, General Manager etc
• Strategic thinking with strong leadership skills
• A proven track record of managing day-to-day operations while also contributing to long-term corporate growth strategies.
• Degree educated in a relevant field is a benefit, but not as important as the experience you’ll bring with you

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing a high-performing team, fostering a positive, collaborative culture.
• Leading the team through the various challenges of a new factory set-up
• Working with the Board to develop and implement growth strategies
• Implementing process improvements & cost-saving initiatives (without compromising quality) to enhance operational scalability
• Forging strong relationships with key suppliers & customers

To find out more about the next step in your career, please apply today or get in touch with John Dorling at Pin Point Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Rewards/Benefits on offer.

• A highly competitive salary.
• Working for a highly successful Northeast SME business, with plans for organic growth and expansion by further acquisitions.
• A superb career opportunity, to work with a highly experienced team of Directors.
• The company supply to a varied customer base, with a range of high value quality products.
• An immediate start date for the right person! .

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My client is a leading technology business based in the North East of England. Reporting to the Operations Director, my client seeks a proactive and results-oriented Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on production efficiency, quality leadership, and continuous improvement.

About the role

The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-.