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Technical Manager

  • Plymouth, Devon
  • Permanent
  • Sep 17, 2026

Technical Manager

£45,000 - £55,000 + Opportunity to Become General Manager + Metrology Training + CMM Training + Specialist Work + Days Based + Early Friday Finish + 39-Hour Working Week

Workshop-Based: Commutable from Plymouth, Saltash, Ivybridge, Tavistock and surrounding areas


Are you a Technical Manager or similar with a manufacturing background, looking for a senior position where you will be responsible for the operations of a highly technical manufacturing company? This role offers the opportunity to become a senior member of the business, with the potential to progress into a General Manager position within the next few years.

On offer is the chance to become a highly recognised member of a specialist organisation, where you will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level. You will oversee a team of over 40 staff and be responsible for operations across both the commercial and technical sides of the business.

This company has been established for over three decades and is a specialist within its niche industry. They are well regarded in the area as an excellent place to work, demonstrated through their investment in staff, further qualifications, training opportunities and strong work-life balance.

On offer is the opportunity to become a vital part of the organisation, acting as the second-in-command across the business's operations while receiving further training to develop your technical expertise.

This role would suit a Technical Manager with a mechanical or manufacturing background who is looking to take the next step in their career and become the technical and commercial lead of the business.

The Role:
*Overseeing business functions from the workshop through to commercial operations
*Managing and developing a team of over 40 staff
* Supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day running of the business
* Opportunity to become General Manager in the future

The Person:
*Managerial experience within a manufacturing or similar technical environment
*Mechanical or manufacturing background
*Highly motivated and looking for a high level of responsibility

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Reference Number: BBBH279717_1789675708
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Plymouth, Devon

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£45,000 - £55,000 per annum

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Permanent

Job Type

Engineering

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Reference Number

17 Sep 2026

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