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Engineering and Manufacturing in the Isle of Man
There’s no better place…

Calling all city dwellers, coastal dreamers and everyone in-between – are you ready to start a new chapter and engineer your future in the Isle of Man?

The Island’s Engineering and Manufacturing sector’s rich heritage stretches back over 70 years, makes it one of the Island’s most well-established and innovative industries.

Employing a highly skilled workforce, the Isle of Man is also home to over 150 Engineering and Manufacturing companies operating in a range of specialities, many of these with a global reach, providing high quality, world-class products and services on an international level - often using advanced technologies, innovative methods, and most importantly, talented, and motivated individuals.

Why consider the Isle of Man as a relocation destination?

The Isle of Man has so much to offer its residents; from a vibrant cultural scene, to stunning landscapes and incredible standards of safety.

If you are considering a change of scenery, looking to progress in your career, and have a better work-life balance, there’s no better place…

  • Excellent quality of life - With 86% of residents saying their quality of life is excellent, the Island’s welcoming community
  • Short commutes and stunning scenery – The commute to work is not only short (an average of 20 minutes), it’s also beautiful! The perfect place to maximise your down time.
  • UNESCO BIOSPHERE - The Isle of Man is the only entire nation in the world to be named a UNESCO Biosphere – testament to its spectacular and varied natural landscapes.
  • Supportive and welcoming community – The Island has an abundance of activities, including over 50 sports and cultural activity providers.
  • Space and time to breathe – With so many opportunities to do what you love, there’s no better place to explore and pursue your indoor or outdoor hobbies and activities.
  • Safe and secure - The Island has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe, ensuring a safe and secure place to live for you and your family.
  • Competitive salaries - The Isle of Man is renowned for offering competitive salaries which on average are 14% higher than those in the UK.
  • Government relocation incentives – National Insurance Holiday Scheme – up to £4,400 better off in the first year
  • Low Taxation Regime – Isle of Man residents enjoy many tax benefits, with a simple personal tax structure with the higher tax rate capped at 21%. We don’t have stamp duty, corporation, or inheritance tax either and there are no restrictions on buying property on the Island.   

Why choose the Isle of Man’s Engineering and Manufacturing sector?

  • A World-Class Engineering and Manufacturing sector with excellent career opportunities.
  • Precision-engineered parts from the Isle of Man are used in the fountains of the Bellagio in LA and on the International Space Station!
  • Products designed or manufactured in the Isle of Man are used more than 1 billion times each day around the world!
  • The Isle of Man has 56% value share of the global kettle controls market.
  • We are a proud manufacturer of ejector seat assemblies, supporting customers in saving 7,716 lives to date!  
  • A collaborative, forward-thinking sector that’s committed to STEM

If you are classed as a UK citizen you may require a work permit. To find out more visit - Work Permits Page 

If you are from outside of the UK you may require a visa. To understand what visas are available visit - Isle of Man Immigration Page 

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There’s no better place to start a new chapter than the Isle of Man with a broad range of Engineering jobs and opportunities…

Many of the companies based in the Isle of Man have a global reach, providing high quality, world-class products, and services on an international level - often using advanced technologies, innovative methods, and most importantly, talented, and motivated individuals. 

  

Current jobs in demand include:

  • Qualified Engineers
  • CNC Machinists
  • Trainers/teachers
  • Manufacturing Engineers
  • Quality Officers
  • Project Managers
  • Product Designers
  • Production Setters
  • Production Operators
  • Assembly Operator 

Relocation stories from Engineers who have already made the move…

     

Further training and development

With a current skills shortage in the industry, staff development and retention are vital for Island-based companies, with many running a range of training programmes to suit graduates, through to established professionals. This includes internship programmes, graduate, and apprenticeship schemes, along with funding to support experienced employees looking to pursue further industry qualifications.

The Isle of Man Government along with private industry bodies, is also committed to the promotion and investment in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) skills in the Isle of Man; creating various STEM programmes to develop the sector’s future workforce. This includes the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre for Engineering, aimed at students, graduates and professionals looking to enhance their skillset and further their career within the industry.

Can’t see what you’re looking for? Get in touch! 

The Isle of Man Engineering and Manufacturing sector is home to some of the world’s leading Engineering and Manufacturing organisations, including Swagelok, RLC, Kiartys, Triumph and Strix – providing professionals the opportunity to work across many exciting and dynamic international markets, products, and services including;  

  • Precision Engineering & Manufacturing (including Aerospace) 
  • Biomedical manufacturing 
  • Food and drink manufacturing 
  • Energy and Renewables (including innovative Clean Tech solutions) 

 

Browse our Talent Portal today where you can view the available roles and talk directly to our Engineering companies. If you can’t find what you’re looking for right now, please still reach out and they’d love to talk to you.

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