Head of Technical

Rising Talent Recruitment Ltd.; Larbert; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rising Talent Recruitment Ltd. is helping a private company in the Larbert area search for a Head of Technical. You will manage technical operations, ensure safety and quality compliance, and lead a team to overcome challenges while fostering a positive work environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership experience in the food industry, strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a proactive organisational mindset to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Leadership/management experience in a technical role within the food industry.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, quality standards and regulations.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Experience solving problems and making decisions under pressure.
• Knowledge of technical processes, testing and compliance requirements.
• Proactive attitude with strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical operations and ensure products meet safety and quality standards.
• Lead and develop the technical team, guiding problem resolution and process improvements.
• Collaborate with other departments to maintain compliance and efficient operations.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Team leadership

Problem solving

Compliance knowledge

Organisational skills

Job description

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for the food industry? We're working with a great private company based in Larbert and they're on the lookout for a Head of Technical to join their team. In this role, you'll be the go-to person when it comes to managing technical operations, ensuring products meet all safety and quality standards, and leading a team to smooth out any challenges along the way. It's about combining your technical expertise with strong leadership skills to keep everything running seamlessly, all while fostering a positive team environment. If you've got experience managing technical teams in a food environment and enjoy guiding teams to deliver their best, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.

• Leadership or management experience in a technical role within the food industry
• A solid understanding of food safety, quality standards, and regulations
• Strong communication skills, able to lead and motivate teams
• Experience in problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
• Knowledge of technical processes, testing, and compliance requirements
• A proactive attitude with good organisational skills

If you're someone who's ready to take on a role where you can make a real impact, and you enjoy working with people as much as you love food, then we'd love to hear from you.