Engineering Manager

Job Title: Engineering Manager
Location: Cannington
Salary: £80,000 per year
Hours: Monday Friday (Days Only)

Are you a dynamic and influential Engineering Manager with a passion for leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment? Do you thrive on driving operational excellence and delivering strategic improvements? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team at our Cannington site. This site plays a crucial role in our ongoing expansion and innovation, producing high-quality food products that reach a growing customer base. Following a period of rapid growth, the focus is now on stabilising operations, optimising efficiencies, and enhancing team engagement.

As a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you will influence and shape the engineering strategy while driving continuous improvement and ensuring the long-term success of the site. You will lead, develop, and inspire a talented team, fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and high performance.

• Prioritise health & safety to ensure the well-being of all employees.

• Develop a culture that supports teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Contribute to the overall site vision and strategy, integrating people, plant, and process development.

• Provide strong leadership for the Engineering Team, supporting career growth and development through apprenticeships and personal development plans.

• Identify and lead capital investment projects to ensure sustainable manufacturing capability.

• Manage engineering budgets and optimise service contracts to drive operational efficiency.

• Influence best practices and strategic initiatives as part of the Group Engineering Leadership Team.

Essential:

• Proven experience in FMCG with a track record of delivering sustainable improvements.

• Excellent leadership qualities and the ability to develop high-performing teams.

• Experience managing and controlling revenue and capital budgets.

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, CI techniques, and RCM principles.

• Experience in delivering medium to large-scale projects from conception to completion.

• Solid understanding of Health & Safety and Environmental compliance.

• Engineering qualification (HND/Degree).

• Leadership & Influence You can inspire and motivate teams while fostering a culture of inclusivity, trust, and continuous development.

• Commercial Awareness You can prioritise short and long-term actions with an understanding of their organisational impact.

• Communication & Collaboration You have strong listening, influencing, and relationship-building skills across all levels.

• Problem-Solving & Resilience You tackle challenges head-on, driving results and making a lasting impact.

• 7% Non-Contributory Pension Scheme Helping you plan for the future.

• Life Cover & Healthcare Cashback Plan Supporting your well-being.

• Cycle to Work Scheme Encouraging a healthier lifestyle.

• Subsidised Products & Services Enjoy access to discounted high-quality products.

• Annual Bonus Linked to company performance as part of the Employee Benefit Trust.

• Learning & Development Opportunities We are committed to helping our employees grow and thrive in their careers.

If youre ready to take on a leadership role in a forward-thinking company, wed love to hear from you. Apply today and be a part of our exciting journey!