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Head of Engineering (Interim)

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 75,000 - 76,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Thatcham, Berkshire

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

This is a newly created Interim position due to ongoing site expansion and significant investment at a manufacturing facility. Our client is an international, market-leading FMCG business known for delivering high-quality products and engineered solutions globally.

This role is offered under a fixed term contract initially, and will play a critical part in setting up and developing engineering processes, maintenance strategies, and operational structure, ensuring the site is equipped to scale efficiently as it continues to grow.

What's in it for you as Head of Engineering?

Salary £75,000 pro rata (initial 6-month contract)
Strong likelihood of extension or permanent opportunity
Highly competitive holiday allowance
Competitive pension and comprehensive benefits package
Monday to Friday working hours
Opportunity to work within an international market leader
Key role in driving the site towards World Class Manufacturing standards
High level of autonomy and influence within the business
As Head of Engineering, you will take ownership of engineering and maintenance functions on site, with a strong focus on building structure, improving reliability, and supporting growth. You will be instrumental in developing robust engineering processes, implementing maintenance plans, and supporting the integration of new technologies and equipment.

Key Responsibilities of Head of Engineering

Lead and develop the Engineering & Maintenance function (team of 22)
Build and implement engineering processes, maintenance plans, and site structure - CMMS
Drive improvements across production efficiency, reliability, and performance
Manage CAPEX projects and engineering budgets
Support the installation and commissioning of new, state-of-the-art equipment
Identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement
Lead, mentor, and develop your team to enhance capability and performance
Conduct performance reviews, spot checks, and ensure standards are maintained
Work closely with senior leadership to align engineering strategy with site growth
What you need to apply for the Head of Engineering

Proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role such as: Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager
Strong leadership and people management skills
Experience within heavy industrial or process manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of maintenance management and plant reliability
Experience managing budgets and CAPEX projects
Ability to operate with autonomy and drive change in a growing environmentAPPLY NOW

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