As the Head of Engineering, you will take full ownership of the engineering function, driving operations to ensure optimal performance across the board. Senior leaders will rely on you to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Your role is crucial in steering the team to meet safety, productivity, regulatory, and cost-improvement goals that will directly contribute to the site's success.

You will be responsible for fostering a culture of excellence in project management, ensuring that engineering operations run smoothly and efficiently. Your leadership will be central to driving initiatives that enhance quality, safety, and performance, while also managing budgets and optimising processes.

As a trusted leader, you'll be expected to balance hands-on decision-making with empowering your team to take ownership within their areas of expertise. You'll guide them in making confident, informed decisions while remaining fully accountable for the success of the engineering function.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Leading and motivating a high-performing team while implementing senior management directives.
• Staying current with cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices to keep the business ahead of the curve.
• Collaborating with production, quality, and support functions to ensure an optimised supply chain.
• Maintaining accountability for day-to-day engineering operations, including KPI targets, project timelines, and performance metrics.

You'll be tasked with navigating complex decisions, balancing employee motivation with the execution of strategic initiatives, even when those choices aren't always easy. Your leadership will help inspire a customer-focused, quality-driven, and cost-conscious engineering culture.

You will be required to have:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience within a senior leadership role ideally within the FMCG/ Life Sciences sector.
• Engineering Degree or equivalent 3rd level.

If you're a decisive, results-driven leader with a passion for innovation and team empowerment get in contact with us to receive a full job pack and a detailed de-brief.