Head of Engineering & Projects
* Job Title: Head of Engineering & Projects
* Job Type: Permanent
* Reporting to: UK Operations Director
* Job Reward: Target £100,000 per annum, £8k Car, Bonus so £130k+ including Package
* Location: multi-site across Bedfordshire & Buckinghamshire, Hybrid
* Client Industry: Global FMCG Manufacturer
Are you a senior engineering manager ready to lead UK Group engineering standards, capital projects and engineering operational excellence? In this newly created, senior engineering leadership role, we are seeking an exceptional Head of Engineering & Projects to join a growing global FMCG manufacturer.
As the Head of Engineering & Projects, leading 10 Direct reports, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the engineering investment strategy and ensuring the seamless delivery of all CAPEX factory and services projects.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
* Engineering Project Management: Oversee and lead a portfolio of engineering projects to the highest standards across several sites.
* Factory Services Leadership: Drive the effectiveness of utilities, optimizing processes, ensuring equipment reliability.
* Engineering Compliance Champion: Ensure all engineering activities meet industry standards.
* Team Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of talented multi-disciplinary engineers and managers, promoting a culture of innovation and collaboration.
* Strategic Planning & Execution: Work closely with UK SLT to align engineering goals with strategic objectives.
* Project Management Expertise: A track record of successfully managing complex projects.
* Develop, implement, and maintain an effective and efficient engineering project strategy.
* Serve as a trusted advisor to the UK Operations Director, Site Engineering Managers, and the UK site management teams on all matters related to engineering.
* Optimise and improve the plant’s productive capabilities to meet business demands while ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Skills and Experience Required:
* Proven Leadership: Significant experience in a senior engineering management role within the manufacturing sector.
* NEBOSH Certificate qualified.
* Mechanical/electrical qualification or equivalent, ideally degree even better if you are chartered.
* 5+ years of Engineering leadership experience; exposure to FMCG environments ideal.
* Track record of engineering project delivery.
* Ability to manage priorities and projects across a multi-site and multi-function organization.
* A personal commitment to role model behaviors and leadership through example.
What’s on Offer:
* Competitive Salary
* Professional Growth: Opportunities for further training and development.
* Impactful Work: Play a key role in the company’s success.
* Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values innovation and creativity.
* Company Bonus Scheme
* Car Allowance or Car
* Competitive Contributory Pension
* Healthcare
* Life assurance scheme
* Potential relocation, would prefer a local leader.
If you’re a strategic thinker and natural inclusive people leader, with a passion for driving engineering excellence, we want to hear from you!
To apply, please send your CV to mike.butler@omegaresource.co.uk or call Mike Butler on 01132123519 for a confidential chat.
Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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