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Head of Engineering
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Durham, County Durham
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Zenith People are working with our client who are recruiting for a Head of Engineering to lead and develop their engineering function across 2 sites based in County Durham and Yorkshire. This is a pivotal leadership role requiring a blend of strategic oversight and practical involvement in day-to-day operations. The successful candidate will drive engineering excellence, ensure equipment reliability, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, manage, and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering team across both sites.
* Oversee all engineering activities including maintenance, reliability, and capital projects.
* Support and develop the Planned Maintenance (PPM) schedule, ensuring full preventative maintenance is carried out effectively.
* Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and quality standards.
* Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.
* Collaborate with production and operations teams to optimise equipment performance.
* Manage engineering budgets, spare parts inventory, and contractor relationships.
* Lead site engineering strategy aligned with group objectives and sustainability goals.
* Support and lead initiatives in extrusion, thermoforming, and injection moulding processes.
* Champion continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
* Manage contractors on site and ensure they meet legal and company requirements.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Electrically biased engineer with strong mechanical understanding.
* Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally multi-site.
* Hands-on approach with the ability to mentor and motivate technical teams.
* Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
* Relevant engineering qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent).
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package.
A dynamic and supportive working environment.
Career development within a forward-thinking organisation.
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