Technical Manager - Metallurgy

Our client, a leading engineering group based in Sheffield is seeking a Technical Manager to support its global operations and uphold the highest standards in materials, manufacturing, and compliance. If you're a detail-driven professional with a passion for metallurgy and quality assurance, this role offers real scope to make an impact.

Interested candidates will ideally be degree qualified in metallurgy or a related discipline OR 5+ Years in a similar role.

You will be focal point in the business to support with all technical and metallurgical requirements within the group.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Responding to internal and external technical queries
  
  
• Supporting Quality Assurance and Test Lab Managers with audits and investigations
  
  
• Leading root cause analysis for technical NCRs and driving corrective actions
  
  
• Conducting internal audits of QMS and ISO 17025 systems
  
  
• Reviewing quarantine areas and maintaining global mill supplier records
  
  
• Witnessing forging operations and directing heat treatment processes
  
  
• Preparing manufacturing plans aligned with sales orders
  
  
• Advising Sales and Purchasing teams on technical specifications and supplier capabilities
  
  What Success Looks Like
  
  
• Zero accidents or near-miss incidents
  
  
• Compliance with all HSE and quality policies
  
  
• Achievement of departmental quality objectives
  
  
• High levels of internal and external customer satisfaction
  
  What You’ll Bring
  
  
• Degree in Metallurgy or related discipline, or 5+ years’ relevant experience
  
  
• Strong knowledge of steel and nickel mill suppliers, and local forge operations
  
  
• Familiarity with Aerospace Technical & Quality standards (desirable)
  
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and internal systems (QM, iMetal, QNG, MSS2)
  
  
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset with a commitment to safety and quality
  
  
• Leadership, mentoring, and problem-solving skills