Head of Engineering

Imagine being at the helm of engineering innovation for a leading name in the food production industry Our client is seeking a visionary Head of Engineering to join their team in Burton on Trent, leading a dedicated team of technicians through the effective maintenance engineering of their state-of-the-art production facility. In this role, you will drive critical improvement projects, ensuring the seamless day-to-day operation of the factory while overseeing the budget and fostering a culture of continuous professional development. Your analytical and data-driven decision-making will be instrumental in enhancing productivity and plant performance, all while championing the site's food safety culture. Are you ready to take the next leap in your engineering career, making a tangible impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Lead a team of engineering technicians to deliver effective day-to-day maintenance engineering of a cutting-edge food production factory Propose, develop, and implement improvement projects to enhance plant performance and productivity Manage the engineering budget, ensuring strict adherence to best practices and health, safety, and quality standards Preferred Requirements: Budget control and CAPEX experience Proven leadership skills in a high-pressure production and maintenance environment Strong communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to influence at all levels Experience using CMMS to maximize productivity and plant performance People management and coaching abilities Preferred Qualifications: Time served multi-skilled engineer with an electrical bias and a good standard of education Demonstrated capability in driving continuous improvement activities Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, self-motivated approach