Junior Engineering Project Manager
Salary
£30,000 - £35,000
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Project Leadership
- Act as a definitive subject matter partner to the operational business, providing dedicated support to senior project teams.
- Horizon-scan for upcoming project bottlenecks and interpret their impact, ensuring timelines are proactively managed and ahead of the curve.
- Architect, implement, and continuously improve project documentation, ensuring risk assessments, schedules, and budgets are dynamically integrated into daily operations.
Culture & Engagement Leadership
- Act as the architect and visible champion of Medik8’s project delivery culture.
- Inspire and engage colleagues at all levels, transforming complex technical project requirements into a shared organisational value.
- Partner with all department heads to embed project ownership deep within their teams.
Operational Performance & Improvement
- Lead a "find-it, fix-it" proactive approach to project hurdles through a highly visible site presence.
- Drive high-quality, root-cause investigations when project milestones deviate, focusing on systemic improvements.
- Translate raw project data into actionable business intelligence for the Senior Operational Leadership Team and operational heads.
- Own project reporting, focusing on leading indicators and proactive measures rather than just delayed deliverables.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
- Demonstrable, hands‑on experience working within a practical project environment.
- Formal project management qualifications are not essential; we prioritise your technical foundation and hands‑on capability.
Technical Expertise
- Applied understanding of engineering principles, with a proven ability to interpret and apply them pragmatically in a complex operational setting.
- Strong analytical skills with a data‑driven approach.
- Capability to conduct high‑quality project analysis and translate technical data into actionable business intelligence for management teams.
Leadership & Cultural Fit
- A natural coach, mentor, and partner with outstanding communication skills.
- Ability to build credibility, influence, and engage at all levels, from the factory floor to the Senior Leadership Team.
- A proactive, "hands‑on," and methodical problem‑solver who is highly organised.
- A relentless focus on continuous improvement and a "find‑it, fix‑it" mentality.
Benefits
- Wellbeing: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Flexible & Hybrid working, Private Medical Insurance, Mental Health support.
- Rewards: 75% Discount + Annual Product Allowance, Annual Performance Bonus, Long Service Awards.
- Growth: Up‑skilling support, regular Lunch & Learns, Flexible Career opportunities.
- Impact: 2 Volunteering days per year, Matched Charitable Giving Scheme.
Our BCorp Commitment to JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion)
At Medik8, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe a rich tapestry of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives fuels the innovation behind our products.
Research shows many candidates only apply if they meet 100% of a job description; however, we use the "60% Rule": if you meet over 60% of the requirements and have the passion to learn the rest, we want to hear from you.
Our Inclusive Hiring Standards:
- Fair Chance Hiring: To support systemic justice, we do not request criminal record or credit checks during the application stage (unless legally required for the role).
- Blind Recruiting: We use anonymised CV screening to focus purely on your talent and reduce bias.
- Disability Confident: As a Level 2 employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum role criteria.
- Immigration Integrity: We welcome all applicants within current Home Office guidance on sponsorship and Right to Work. We never artificially manipulate role scopes or salaries to meet requirements.
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