Lead Engineer in London

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy recruitment platform is seeking a Head Multi-Skilled Engineer in South London. This hands-on leadership role requires proven experience in food manufacturing, strong technical skills, and the ability to manage a small team. The successful candidate will oversee machinery maintenance, safety compliance, and support production planning. A competitive salary of £60,000 - £65,000 per annum plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Uniform and safety footwear provided

On-site parking

Access to company gym

Qualifications

• Experience in food production facilities required.
• Fluent English communication skills necessary.
• Must be self-motivated and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team of engineers.
• Conduct fault finding and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain and repair production machinery.
• Perform welding and electrical work.
• Liaise with contractors and oversee compliance.
• Manage documentation and health & safety standards.
• Support production planning and audits.
• Manage parts ordering and stock control.

Skills

Proven experience in a food manufacturing environment

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Organised and proactive

Ability to work independently and under pressure

Education

Engineering qualifications

Job description

Overview

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Role

Head Multi-Skilled Engineer

Location: South London

Salary: £60,000 - 65,000 per annum + overtime

An established food production facility in South London is seeking a Head Multi-Skilled Engineer to lead its engineering function. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, a proactive mindset and experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team of engineers
• Conduct fault finding, preventive maintenance, and daily equipment checks
• Maintain and repair production machinery including ovens, mixers, bagging and slicing equipment
• Perform welding, electrical work, and motor replacements
• Liaise with contractors and oversee site inductions and compliance
• Maintain documentation, schedules, and health & safety standards
• Support production planning and represent engineering during audits
• Manage parts ordering and stock control

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills and fluent English
• Self-motivated, organised, and proactive
• Engineering qualifications (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Benefits

• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Uniform and safety footwear provided
• On-site parking
• Access to company gym

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