Project Engineer - Burton Latimer

ZipRecruiter; Burton Latimer; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ZipRecruiter is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to enhance our project delivery and ensure safety and budget adherence. This role involves working collaboratively with teams to manage CAPEX budgets and ensure effective execution of projects in line with the company's goals and strategy. Candidates must possess strong analytic skills, experience in an engineering or FMCG environment, and proven ability in stakeholder management.

Benefits

Competitive salary & annual flexible benefits

Annual bonus of 7.5%

Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12%)

25 days annual leave increasing with service

Annual salary review

Healthcare plan

Discounted Weetabix products

Continued investment in personal development

Balance support for family, rest, or personal time

Additional holiday purchase options

Access to 24/7 counselling services

Flexible work opportunities

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Additional time off for fertility treatment and neonatal care

Working Parents Support Group

Fully stocked kitchens with products

Qualifications

• Competent with MS Office and standard Engineering applications.
• Exceptional analytic and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly understand business processes and technical requirements.
• Experience of working in Engineering, Food, and/or FMCG.
• Managing budgets effectively under stringent controls.
• Implementing and managing change within projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a 100% safety record with zero accidents across project delivery.
• Adhere strictly to CAPEX budgets, monitoring both individual project budgets and the overarching department, site, and company CAPEX budgets.
• Forecast and update spend profiles on an ongoing basis to ensure accurate financial planning and control.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Analytic and problem-solving skills

Experience in Engineering, Food, or FMCG

Budget management

Stage-gate project management

Change management skills

Education

Recognized Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Project Management Qualification, Prince 2, APM

Job description

Job Description

Description
We utilise our Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support. 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 always looking to connect with talented individuals who can help shape the future of our business. The successful candidate will collaborate with the Project Manager to manage projects, ensuring that Weetabix Capital funds are used effectively in line with the business's strategy and goals. You will be tasked with providing detailed project scopes while avoiding scope creep, drawing on your exceptional stakeholder management and persuasive abilities.

Closing date: [Insert closing date]
Interview process: [Insert interview process details]
Working pattern: Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for some great collaboration and meetings — it’s a must!

While we operate a hybrid working pattern, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments or flexibility where needed. We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)
As part of our commitment to excellence and sustainability in project management, the following responsibilities are essential:

1. Deliver a 100% safety record with zero accidents across project delivery, demonstrating our unwavering dedication to the health and welfare of all personnel involved.
2. Adhere strictly to CAPEX budgets, monitoring both individual project budgets and the overarching department, site, and company CAPEX budgets to ensure financial integrity and accountability.
3. Forecast and update spend profiles on an ongoing basis, guaranteeing accurate financial planning and stringent control measures to manage expenditures effectively.

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Skills

• Competent with MS Office and standard Engineering applications
• Exceptional analytic and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly understand business processes and technical requirements
• Experience of working in Engineering, Food, and/or FMCG
• Managing budgets
• Working within a stage-gate driven project management process
• Implementing and managing change

Desirable Skills

• Recognised Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Suitable safety qualifications (e.g., SMSTS, FAAW, or IOSH)
• Project Management Qualification, Prince 2, APM, etc.

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

• Competitive salary & annual flexible benefits
• Annual bonus of 7.5%
• Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12%)
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual salary review
• Healthcare plan
• Discounted Weetabix products
• Continued investment in personal development
• Balance support for family, rest, or personal time
• Additional holiday purchase options
• Access to 24/7 counselling services
• Flexible work opportunities
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Additional time off for fertility treatment and neonatal care
• Working Parents Support Group
• Fully stocked kitchens with products

To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page. Please note: We benchmark roles based on skills and experience, and do not advertise fixed salary ranges. We are unable to sponsor candidates for this position; only applicants who do not require sponsorship will be considered.