Head of Engineering (FMCG/Food Manufacturing) - Sheffield Area- New!

ManpowerGroup Talent Solutions; Dronfield; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in the Sheffield area is looking for a dynamic Head of Engineering to lead their engineering team and drive strategic initiatives. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £85,000, relocation assistance, and various employee benefits such as discounts at restaurants and a cycle scheme. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background in engineering and proven leadership skills.

Benefits

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Grocery Aid

50% discount at various restaurants

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in engineering within a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the engineering strategy, focusing on proactive measures.
• Oversee effective Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Collaborate with operations and NPD teams to introduce new products.
• Manage the CAPEX plan for the site.
• Ensure smooth operation of FMCG machinery.

Skills

Engineering strategy development

Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Leadership in engineering teams

Job description

Head of Engineering (FMCG/Food Manufacturing) - Sheffield Area

Salary: Up to £85,000 + Benefits + Senior Management Opportunity

About the Business: This company are a leading name in the food manufacturing industry. We are looking for a dynamic Head of Engineering to lead their engineering team and drive strategic initiatives at their site in the Sheffield area.

The Role: As the Head of Engineering, you will be at the forefront of their engineering operations, ensuring the smooth running of the site. This role is perfect for a seasoned engineering professional with a strong technical background and leadership experience. You will oversee a team of 50 engineers, manage the PPM schedules & CAPEX plan, and work closely with operations and new product development to align factory capabilities with their innovative product offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the engineering strategy, focusing on proactive rather than reactive measures.
• Oversee effective Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Collaborate with operations and NPD teams to introduce new products.
• Manage the CAPEX plan for the site.
• Ensure the smooth operation of typical FMCG machinery, including conveyors and fabrication facilities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive experience in engineering within a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing engineering teams.
• Comfortable with fabrication and buildings maintenance.
• Ideally, experience within a similar-sized business or operation within FMCG or Food Manufacturing.
• Highly competitive salary & package.
• Relocation assistance on offer if required.
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid.
• 50% discount at various restaurants.
• Cycle2Work Scheme.

How to apply: If this is of any interest, please apply with your updated CV and a member of our team will get in touch.