Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager



Location: York



Salary: £55,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30am – 16:45pm



About the Role



Engineering @ 365 is recruiting for an Engineering Manager on behalf of our client in the food production industry. This is a hands-on role, with 60-70% of time spent on the factory floor, ensuring that all plant and equipment operate efficiently while leading and developing an engineering team. The role also involves maintaining compliance with health & safety and food safety standards to support uninterrupted production.



Key Responsibilities



* Lead and motivate a team of engineers to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) and business objectives.



* Plan and prioritise engineering workloads to ensure maximum efficiency and minimal downtime.



* Maintain all plant, equipment, and systems to regulatory and legislative standards.



* Diagnose and resolve mechanical/electrical issues in a timely manner.



* Implement preventative maintenance strategies and manage engineering stores efficiently.



* Introduce and champion industry best practices and new technologies where applicable.



* Ensure compliance with Food Safety, HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, and Health & Safety regulations.



* Conduct risk assessments and support health & safety initiatives alongside the HS Officer.



* Maintain high GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and housekeeping standards.



* Complete all necessary documentation, reports, and maintenance records accurately and on time.



* Play a key role in recruitment, training, and development of the engineering team.



* Be flexible with working hours, including on-call duties to address urgent issues.



Requirements



Essential Qualifications & Experience:



* Relevant qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.



* Extensive hands-on experience in both mechanical and electrical engineering.



* 16th / 17th / 18th Edition certification.



* Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.



* Excellent organisational and project management abilities.



* Ability to analyse problems, implement solutions, and minimise downtime.



* High attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.



* Experience in a fast-paced food production or manufacturing environment.



Desired Qualifications & Experience:



* Food Hygiene qualification.



* NEBOSH / IOSH certification in Health & Safety.



* Previous experience as an Engineering Manager in a food production setting.



Benefits



* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays – bank holidays worked and taken in lieu).



* Contributory pension scheme (if eligible).



* Free on-site parking.



* A dynamic and growing work environment with opportunities for professional development.



How to Apply



If you are a hands-on Engineering Manager looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced food production environment, apply today!



Engineering @ 365 is an equal opportunities recruiter, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates