General Manager / Business Lead - Pumps
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 28 July 2026
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Are you an experienced engineering leader looking for the opportunity to take ownership of a specialist pump engineering business?
Our client is looking for a commercially minded Business Lead / General Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of a well-established pump service, maintenance and engineering business. You'll lead a team of office staff, workshop personnel and field service engineers whilst driving operational performance, customer satisfaction and business growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, leading people and making a genuine impact within a growing engineering organisation.
The Role
* Lead the day-to-day operations of a specialist pump engineering business.
* Manage office staff, workshop personnel and field service engineers.
* Drive operational performance, service delivery and customer satisfaction.
* Take responsibility for budgets, profitability and overall business performance.
* Develop existing customer relationships whilst identifying opportunities for growth.
* Support business development and commercial activities.
* Mentor, develop and motivate the existing team.
* Ensure high standards of health & safety, quality and operational excellence.
About You
We'd love to hear from candidates currently working as:
* General Manager
* Business Lead
* Operations Manager
* Service Manager
* Branch Manager
* Engineering Manager
* Aftermarket Manager
*
You'll ideally have:
* Experience leading engineering or service teams.
* A background within pumps, rotating equipment, mechanical engineering, HVAC, industrial equipment or a related engineering sector.
* Commercial awareness with responsibility for budgets, profitability and operational performance.
* Strong leadership and people management skills.
* The ability to build lasting customer relationships and develop business opportunities.
* A hands-on approach with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving continuous improvement.
The Package
* Highly competitive Basic Salary
* Company Car or Car Allowance
* Bonus Scheme
* Pension
* 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
* Long-term career progression
* Stable, well-established engineering business
If you're looking for an opportunity where you can genuinely influence the direction of a specialist pump engineering business whilst leading a close-knit team, please send your CV ASAP as they can move quickly
Are you an experienced engineering leader looking for the opportunity to take ownership of a specialist pump engineering business?
Our client is looking for a commercially minded Business Lead / General Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of a well-established pump service, maintenance and engineering business. You'll lead a team of office staff, workshop personnel and field service engineers whilst driving operational performance, customer satisfaction and business growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, leading people and making a genuine impact within a growing engineering organisation.
The Role
* Lead the day-to-day operations of a specialist pump engineering business.
* Manage office staff, workshop personnel and field service engineers.
* Drive operational performance, service delivery and customer satisfaction.
* Take responsibility for budgets, profitability and overall business performance.
* Develop existing customer relationships whilst identifying opportunities for growth.
* Support business development and commercial activities.
* Mentor, develop and motivate the existing team.
* Ensure high standards of health & safety, quality and operational excellence.
About You
We'd love to hear from candidates currently working as:
* General Manager
* Business Lead
* Operations Manager
* Service Manager
* Branch Manager
* Engineering Manager
* Aftermarket Manager
*
You'll ideally have:
* Experience leading engineering or service teams.
* A background within pumps, rotating equipment, mechanical engineering, HVAC, industrial equipment or a related engineering sector.
* Commercial awareness with responsibility for budgets, profitability and operational performance.
* Strong leadership and people management skills.
* The ability to build lasting customer relationships and develop business opportunities.
* A hands-on approach with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving continuous improvement.
The Package
* Highly competitive Basic Salary
* Company Car or Car Allowance
* Bonus Scheme
* Pension
* 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
* Long-term career progression
* Stable, well-established engineering business
If you're looking for an opportunity where you can genuinely influence the direction of a specialist pump engineering business whilst leading a close-knit team, please send your CV ASAP as they can move quickly