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Engineering Manager
Engineering Manager
Engineering Manager
Posted a day ago
- Skelmersdale, Lancashire
- Any
- External
Engineering Manager
North West
c. £85,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Job Reference: GG/#####
Overview
A rare opportunity to lead the engineering function at a brand-new site within a major food group, undergoing significant investment.
This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up shaping the culture, the standards, and the infrastructure of a key site in the groups long-term strategy. As Engineering Manager, youll play a pivotal role in building capability and ensuring engineering performance supports ambitious growth targets.
The Role
As Engineering Manager, you will:
Lead the sites engineering function through a period of transformation and investment.
Build a strong, skilled engineering team from varied backgrounds identifying training needs and embedding development pathways.
Develop and implement a clear maintenance strategy focused on uptime, reliability and safety.
Drive a proactive engineering culture rooted in accountability, responsiveness and service to production.
Deliver capital projects to expand site capability and futureproof the operation.
Ensure site compliance across all H&S, Environmental, and regulatory standards.
Work closely with site leadership to integrate engineering within wider operational planning.
Manage contractors and suppliers effectively, ensuring high standards and value for money.
Drive improvements through the use of data, KPIs and modern CMMS tools.
The Candidate
The successful Engineering Manager will:
Have a background in engineering leadership within food or FMCG manufacturing.
Be confident developing teams with mixed experience levels identifying gaps, delivering training and setting clear expectations.
Be experienced in supporting new site or brownfield start-up operations.
Be passionate about standards, compliance and continuous improvement.
Bring a track record of leading capital investment and delivering ROI.
Thrive in a fast-moving environment where autonomy, resilience and a hands-on approach are essential.
Communicate clearly and influence across all levels of the business.
Next Steps
To apply for this Engineering Manager opportunity, click apply or contact Gilbert Gregory AT Gregory Walker, quoting reference GG#####6.
About Your Recruitment Agency
Gregory Walker is a specialist food and drink manufacturing recruitment agency. We are on a mission to provide the most efficient, transparent and enjoyable recruitment service in the industry.
Here is our most recent candidate recommendation: Gregory Walker got in touch about a role on a Thursday and within 6 days everything was sorted, and Id accepted the role. Easy to work with and great communication which is everything!
TPBN1_UKTJ
North West
c. £85,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Job Reference: GG/#####
Overview
A rare opportunity to lead the engineering function at a brand-new site within a major food group, undergoing significant investment.
This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up shaping the culture, the standards, and the infrastructure of a key site in the groups long-term strategy. As Engineering Manager, youll play a pivotal role in building capability and ensuring engineering performance supports ambitious growth targets.
The Role
As Engineering Manager, you will:
Lead the sites engineering function through a period of transformation and investment.
Build a strong, skilled engineering team from varied backgrounds identifying training needs and embedding development pathways.
Develop and implement a clear maintenance strategy focused on uptime, reliability and safety.
Drive a proactive engineering culture rooted in accountability, responsiveness and service to production.
Deliver capital projects to expand site capability and futureproof the operation.
Ensure site compliance across all H&S, Environmental, and regulatory standards.
Work closely with site leadership to integrate engineering within wider operational planning.
Manage contractors and suppliers effectively, ensuring high standards and value for money.
Drive improvements through the use of data, KPIs and modern CMMS tools.
The Candidate
The successful Engineering Manager will:
Have a background in engineering leadership within food or FMCG manufacturing.
Be confident developing teams with mixed experience levels identifying gaps, delivering training and setting clear expectations.
Be experienced in supporting new site or brownfield start-up operations.
Be passionate about standards, compliance and continuous improvement.
Bring a track record of leading capital investment and delivering ROI.
Thrive in a fast-moving environment where autonomy, resilience and a hands-on approach are essential.
Communicate clearly and influence across all levels of the business.
Next Steps
To apply for this Engineering Manager opportunity, click apply or contact Gilbert Gregory AT Gregory Walker, quoting reference GG#####6.
About Your Recruitment Agency
Gregory Walker is a specialist food and drink manufacturing recruitment agency. We are on a mission to provide the most efficient, transparent and enjoyable recruitment service in the industry.
Here is our most recent candidate recommendation: Gregory Walker got in touch about a role on a Thursday and within 6 days everything was sorted, and Id accepted the role. Easy to work with and great communication which is everything!
TPBN1_UKTJ