Job Introduction
We are looking for an Engineering lead to provide engineering leadership and expertise to the engineering teams across all site engineering functions. Work closely with the Improvements engineer and Site services lead to support project and maintenance activities. Manage site services engineers and engineering team leaders.
Role Responsibility
1. Manage and support daily priorities for the engineering team leaders to ensure
service levels are maintained across whole site functions
2. Engage with Operations Shift Managers and team Leaders to reduce response
times, effect repairs in a timely manner and deliver operational training and
engagement across the Kitchen teams
3. To prioritise and deliver planned maintenance to best in class standards in line
with the maintenance plan and identify/implement improvements.
4. Ensure effective management of the spare parts system and CMMS
5. Understand and work to set performance measures for operational uptime, ppm
and work request completion and cost control.
6. Ensure all engineering procedures are adhered to, and all work carried out to
relevant legislation and guidelines.
7. Ensure all work is carried out in a controlled manner in line with the company’s
technical procedures.
8. Deliver shutdown activities and out of hours support to Engineering Teams
9. Manage contractors as required.
Key areas of work:
Engineering Leadership
Manage and develop Engineering Team Leaders and Site Services Engineers effectively
Deputise for the Engineering Manager during absence/holiday
Provide strong technical leadership across projects, site services, and maintenance functions
Production Support
Support Engineering Team Leaders in delivering preventive and reactive maintenance
Build a positive, collaborative relationship between Engineering and other operational functions
Develop and embed a root cause analysis culture to resolve underlying performance issues
Align with Production Leadership to balance production delivery and engineering activities
Reduce machinery downtime and defect opportunities
Create a development-focused environment for the Engineering team
Act as the lead contact for crisis response, ensuring clear communication and escalation
Identify, support, and deliver continuous improvement projects
Lead small and large-scale cross-functional improvement projects
Engage with all quarry operational functions to support development and behavioural change
Health & Safety
Maintain a safe working environment in line with company and legislative requirements
Follow all engineering health and safety procedures
Work closely with the Health & Safety team and carry out required H&S responsibilities
People & Communication
Communicate effectively through formal and informal engagement with Engineering and Operational teams
Participate in meetings and trials requiring engineering input
Support operational teams to improve output, reduce defects, and eliminate inefficiencies
Quality & Technical Standards
Ensure machinery is maintained in working order and meets quality and technical standards
Follow site technical maintenance procedures
Work with the hygiene team to ensure effective cleaning with minimal performance impact
Collaborate cross-functionally to reduce food safety risks and maintain high quality standards
NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
The Ideal Candidate
Experience
Previous experience in an engineering leadership role
Proven people management skills
Ideally from an FMCG / chilled environment
Experience working in a customer-focused environment
Qualifications
Time-served apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
HNC or HND in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Maintenance (ideal)
Food production engineering experience
Skills
Attributes
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