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Head Of Technical
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Belfast, City of Belfast
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head of Technical – Food Manufacturing
Location: Belfast area, Northern Ireland
Salary: Negotiable
Confidential Search – Client name will be shared at the shortlist stage
Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We’re working with a well-established, fast-growing food manufacturing business in the Belfast area as they continue through a period of investment and transformation. They are now seeking a Head of Technical to lead food safety, compliance, and technical standards across the site.
This is a key leadership role with scope to shape the future of the technical function while contributing to site-wide improvements. It would suit either an experienced Technical Manager ready to step up or a current Head of Technical seeking greater ownership and influence.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Technical, Hygiene, QA and Compliance teams on site, building a high-performing and proactive culture
* Maintain and develop the site’s Quality and Food Safety Management Systems in line with BRCGS and customer expectations
* Ensure compliance with all legal, customer, and internal standards
* Lead and prepare for all external audits (including major UK retailers)
* Drive continuous improvement across quality, systems and hygiene
* Support and develop the team through effective coaching and leadership
* Champion a culture of food safety and quality across the wider site
* Play an active role in site leadership and strategic planning
Key Experience
* Senior technical or QA leadership experience in food manufacturing
* Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP, VACCP/TACCP, and UK retailer standards
* Experience leading teams and managing 3rd-party audits
* Skilled in building relationships across all levels of the business
* Proven ability to lead change and support site transformation
* Passionate about developing people and driving continuous improvement
Why Apply?
* A pivotal leadership role with real influence and autonomy
* Well-established, privately-owned business with growth ambitions
* Direct access to senior leadership and opportunity to help shape strategy
* A chance to lead and develop a young technical team through a key period of change
To Apply
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