Engineering Leader

Unilever; Port Sunlight; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Leader to drive performance through sustainable improvements in engineering standards and equipment reliability. This role involves managing a motivated team, ensuring safety compliance, and overseeing the Repairs and Maintenance budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, leadership experience, and proficiency in essential IT tools. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers competitive salaries, flexible working, and development opportunities focused on wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Flexible working

Development opportunities

Focus on wellbeing

Diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in leading engineering teams to achieve business objectives.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate the engineering team to meet performance standards.
• Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with safety rules.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Microsoft Office

SAP

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 4 in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Please Note: The deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the job posting end date.

Job Title: Engineering Leader

Location: Port Sunlight Factories (PC Factory) Site Based

Work-Level: 1S

JOB PURPOSE

The Engineering Leader is responsible for providing engineering support to meet performance levels through sustainable improvements in standards and equipment reliability. They develop and improve maintenance systems and procedures, working closely with their team to apply UMS and CI tools, focusing on coaching and maintaining improvements through training and procedural updates.

RESPONSIBILITIES

People responsibilities:

• Manage the engineering team, ensuring they are equipped, supported, and motivated to achieve business objectives.
• Lead and coach the team on processes, training, and feedback (PDPs & 121s).
• Coordinate with other departments and manage interfaces, ensuring accountability.
• Drive escalations and prioritize work.

Areas of Accountability:

Safety

• Promote a safe working environment, ensure incident reporting and analysis, and participate in investigations.
• Monitor compliance with safety rules and engage with OSHE advisors for risk assessments.

Quality

• Understand quality procedures related to equipment performance and review losses with the Quality Leader.

Cost

• Manage the Repairs and Maintenance budget, liaise with budget holders, and facilitate resource assessments.

Other areas include 5S, Autonomous Maintenance, Effective Maintenance, Focused Improvement, and Early Management, each with specific responsibilities to support operational excellence.

ALL ABOUT YOU

Knowledge/Skills/Experience:

• NVQ/QCF 4 or equivalent in Engineering, with dual skills (Mechanical/Electrical) preferred.
• Leadership experience and strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, and SAP.

KEY STANDARDS OF LEADERSHIP

Purpose and Service, Agility, Talent Catalyst, Passion for Performance

NOTES

About Unilever

Unilever is a global leader in Food, Home, and Personal Care products, committed to sustainability and inclusive growth.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, bonus, benefits, flexible working, and development opportunities, with a focus on wellbeing and diversity.

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