Site Engineering Manager

Premier Foods; Moreton; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension with life assurance

Job summary

Premier Foods in Moreton (CH46 1PR) seeks a Site Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team, drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency, and shape long-term engineering strategy. You will manage budgets, implement a 5-year maintenance plan, and foster a high-performance culture across a 50+ strong team.

The role requires a BEng degree and a proven track record in FMCG engineering management, with strong data analysis and financial acumen.

Qualifications

• BEng Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing) or equivalent technical qualifications.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in FMCG engineering management.
• Proven leadership in a trade union environment, managing teams of 50+.
• Strong financial acumen and data analysis skills.
• Demonstrated success in improving equipment availability and performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a 5-year maintenance strategy aligned with site and business objectives.
• Lead capital planning and manage engineering budgets, including energy and utilities.
• Ensure compliance with engineering specifications, health & safety legislation, and facilities management.
• Drive a culture of food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach engineers, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Collaborate with operations to prioritise engineering workload and select modern equipment.
• Represent the site at trade fairs and exhibitions to stay abreast of automation advancements.
• Monitor KPIs to ensure engineering and production efficiency.

Education

BEng Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing) or equivalent technical qualifications

Minimum 5 years FMCG engineering management

Proven leadership in a trade union environment

Strong financial acumen and data analysis skills

Demonstrated success in improving equipment availability and performance

Job description

Based - Moreton, CH46 1PR - The home of the Cadbury Mini Roll

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Site Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team in driving continuous improvement across equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency. This is a pivotal leadership role within our Moreton site, offering the opportunity to shape long-term engineering strategy and contribute to our broader business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a 5-year maintenance strategy aligned with site and business objectives.
• Lead capital planning and manage engineering budgets, including energy and utilities.
• Ensure compliance with engineering specifications, health & safety legislation, and facilities management.
• Drive a culture of food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach engineers, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Collaborate with operations to prioritise engineering workload and select modern equipment.
• Represent the site at trade fairs and exhibitions to stay abreast of automation advancements.
• Monitor KPIs to ensure engineering and production efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

• BEng Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing) or equivalent technical qualifications.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in FMCG engineering management.
• Proven leadership in a trade union environment, managing teams of 50+.
• Strong financial acumen and data analysis skills.
• Demonstrated success in improving equipment availability and performance.

What we offer you in return

• Salary of circa £80,000 per annum
• Bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced pension with life assurance

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

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