Site Services Team Leader

Sofina Foods Europe; Malton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofina Foods Europe in Malton, UK is seeking an experienced Site Services Engineering Team Leader to own the reliable operation of site services, utilities and facilities. You will lead a shift team of eight engineers, manage preventative maintenance and drive improvements to keep production safe and efficient.

This 4 on, 4 off day shift role combines hands-on engineering with people leadership, planning and continuous improvement to optimise energy use, maintain boilers and refrigeration, and

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising or leading an engineering team within manufacturing.
• Electrical qualifications, ideally including 18th Edition.
• Mechanical maintenance experience within an industrial environment.
• Experience using CMMS systems for maintenance planning (Pirana or similar).
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across the business.
• The ability to work safely and promote a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and coordinate a team of eight Site Services Engineers during each shift.
• Ensure all site services, utilities and facilities operate safely and reliably to support production.
• Plan, monitor and manage preventative maintenance using the CMMS system.
• Allocate workloads, monitor progress and respond effectively to engineering priorities and breakdowns.
• Drive improvements in energy efficiency and identify opportunities to reduce utility costs.
• Support the maintenance of refrigeration, boilers and other critical site services equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety and food manufacturing standards.
• Act as the first point of leadership for the engineering team, supporting operational decision making and maintaining effective communication across departments.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical qualifications

Mechanical maintenance

CMMS usage

Fault finding

Organisational skills

Communication

Safety culture

Tools

Pirana CMMS

Job description

Summary

Lead critical engineering services that keep a high-performing food manufacturing site running safely and efficiently.

The Role

Our new Site Services Engineering Team Leader will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliable operation of all site services, supporting production by maintaining critical plant, utilities and facilities to the highest standards. Leading a team of eight engineers on shift, you will ensure equipment availability, drive preventative maintenance, and help create an environment where high-quality food products can be manufactured safely and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Engineering Team Leader, looking to take ownership of a busy site services function. Working a 4 on, 4 off day shift (5:30am – 5:30pm), you'll combine hands‑on engineering expertise with people leadership, planning and continuous improvement to keep the site operating at its best.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support and coordinate a team of eight Site Services Engineers during each shift.
• Ensure all site services, utilities and facilities operate safely and reliably to support production.
• Plan, monitor and manage preventative maintenance using the CMMS system.
• Allocate workloads, monitor progress and respond effectively to engineering priorities and breakdowns.
• Drive improvements in energy efficiency and identify opportunities to reduce utility costs.
• Support the maintenance of refrigeration, boilers and other critical site services equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety and food manufacturing standards.
• Act as the first point of leadership for the engineering team, supporting operational decision making and maintaining effective communication across departments.

The Ideal Candidate

You Will Be An Experienced Engineering Professional Who Enjoys Leading People, Solving Problems And Maintaining High Operational Standards. You'll Also Have

• Previous experience supervising or leading an engineering team within manufacturing.
• Electrical qualifications, ideally including 18th Edition.
• Mechanical maintenance experience within an industrial environment.
• Experience using CMMS systems for maintenance planning (Pirana or similar).
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across the business.
• The ability to work safely and promote a strong safety culture.

Desirable Experience

• Working knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems.
• Experience with industrial boilers.
• IOSH qualification (or willingness to achieve this).

Why Sofina Foods?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical engineering function within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment where your leadership will have a direct impact on operational performance. You'll have the opportunity to influence maintenance strategy, develop your team and contribute to continuous improvement projects that make a real difference across the site.

Working alongside experienced engineering and operational leaders, you'll be part of a collaborative team committed to safety, reliability and delivering high-quality products. If you're looking for a role where you can combine hands‑on engineering with people leadership and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.

Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Schedule

12 Hour Shift, Day Shift

Location

Malton, North Yorkshire

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods

Country Code

GB