Engineering Manager

Weetabix

Burton Latimer

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

28 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Double‑matched pension

25 days annual leave

Annual salary review

Product discounts

Personal development

Flexible work opportunities

Parental leave

Job summary

Weetabix is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the on‑site engineering function at Burton Latimer. You will oversee all engineering activity across the site, ensuring safe, reliable and efficient operations while developing a team of Lead and Multi‑Skilled Engineers.

You will drive asset care, continuous improvement and ensure compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards, working closely with Production, Quality and Central Engineering teams.

Qualifications

Lead and develop the engineering team to deliver safe, reliable and high‑performing operations.
Knowledge of manufacturing engineering, maintenance, and asset care in production environments.
Experience applying engineering best practice, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, and condition monitoring.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the engineering team to deliver safe, reliable and high‑performing operations.
Ensure compliance with engineering standards, legal requirements and safe systems of work, including PUWER, PSSR, LEV, LOLER and Permit to Work processes.
Drive rapid resolution of equipment breakdowns, effective maintenance planning and CMMS usage.
Lead continuous improvement activities to enhance equipment reliability and asset performance.
Manage capital projects and new equipment commissioning with safe implementation.
Monitor and improve KPIs such as OEE and maintenance cost.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Team development

Root Cause Analysis

Condition monitoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We're committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.

Closing date: 13th September

Interview process: Teams interview followed by a face to face interview on site in Burton Latimer

Working pattern: On-site 5 days per week

The Recipe (About the Role)

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join the Weetabix team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations.

In this influential leadership position, you will oversee all engineering activity across the site, ensuring our equipment, facilities, and systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. You'll lead and develop a team of Lead Engineers and Multi‑Skilled Engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and high performance.

Combining strategic thinking with operational leadership, you will drive asset reliability, optimise site performance, embed engineering best practice, and ensure compliance with statutory and safety requirements. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, you will help build engineering capability and deliver sustainable business results.

Lead and develop the engineering team to deliver safe, reliable and high‑performing operations
Ensure compliance with engineering standards, legal requirements and safe systems of work, including Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER), Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR), Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV), Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and Permit to Work processes
Drive rapid resolution of equipment breakdowns, effective maintenance planning and accurate use of the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Lead continuous improvement activities to enhance equipment reliability, asset performance and engineering processes
Manage capital projects and new equipment commissioning, ensuring safe implementation and alignment with long‑term asset care standards
Monitor and improve key performance measures, including asset uptime, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), maintenance compliance, cost efficiency and factory performance
Build strong partnerships across Production, Site Services, Quality, Environment, Health and Safety and Central Engineering teams to achieve business objectives
Undertake additional responsibilities appropriate to the role, skills and experience, as required to support the business

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Know-How

Knowledge of manufacturing engineering, maintenance, and asset care in production environments
Understanding of equipment reliability, failure modes, and maintenance strategies
Experience applying engineering best practice, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, and condition monitoring
Knowledge of engineering compliance, statutory regulations, and safe systems of work

Business Expertise

Understanding of manufacturing operations and engineering performance measures, including safety, quality, cost, service, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness
Ability to convert operational priorities into effective engineering plans and actions
Experience supporting budget management, cost control, and resource planning

Leadership & Professional Experience

Experience leading, coaching, and developing engineering teams, including apprentices
Ability to build capability, engagement, and a culture of high performance
Skilled in decision‑making, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement within operational environments
Committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive team culture

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.