Engineering Manager – AJAX In-Service

Quast Ltd

. Provide technical leadership and coordinate in-service engineering activities to support operational readiness .

Posted 10/28/2026contractStoke Gifford • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £820 per dayWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates technical leadership in managing engineering activities and stakeholder engagement within in-service environments, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

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Technical LeadershipEngineering Qualification Level 6 or GreaterProfessional Registered CEng or EquivalentExperience Managing Engineering TeamsCurrent SC Clearance

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Hard Skills

Engineering Change ManagementConfiguration ManagementAsset ManagementRisk AssessmentDocumentation Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsStakeholder ManagementTeam Coordination

Tools & Technologies

In-Service Engineering SupportLogistics CoordinationMaintenance ManagementSupply Chain Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Registered CEng

Industry Keywords

Defence Major ProgramGMPPCAT AOperational ReadinessQuality Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical leadership and coordinate in-service engineering activities to support operational readiness
Work closely with the Project Chief, Lead Engineers, and in-service stakeholders to identify, manage, and resolve engineering issues
Lead resolution of in-service engineering issues impacting equipment, minimizing disruption to operational availability and quality
Provide technical input, progress updates, and risk assessments to the In-service Pillar lead; act as Deputy as required
Liaise with logistics, maintenance, and supply chain teams to meet in-service engineering support requirements
Drive continuous improvement and quality initiatives to enhance reliability and maintainability
Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and project requirements
Maintain accurate documentation of engineering issues, resolutions, and decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hold a suitable Engineering qualification and level of training (level 6 or greater)
Professional Registered as CEng or equivalent
Experience managing engineering teams is essential
Experience managing large stakeholder communities and strong interpersonal skills is essential
Experience managing engineering change and configuration (Asset management experience) is desirable
Experience within an In-service equipment management environment is desirable, but not essential
Experience managing engineering activity within a Defence Major Program (GMPP/CAT A) is desirable
Current SC Clearance required for the duration of the requirement
1 day a week on site at General Dynamics in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
3 days a week on site at MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol
1 day a week working from home

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential contract extension to 31/03/2028
Hybrid working arrangement
1 day a week working from home