Summary Join our team in developing and leading the engineering team and striving for excellent as a successful manager. The Role Reporting directly the site director, the role will manage an engineering team of approx. 10 ensuring all maintenance of the site, machinery, equipment and buildings within cost budget levels and compliance. Adhering to company and statutory health, safety and environmental policies and legislation to ensure the maximum production efficiency. Your Key Responsibilities Effectively manage a team of engineers To effectively implement planned preventative maintenance programmes across the Company ensuring effective usage of engineering personnel To monitor effectiveness of department utilising KPI statistical information and daily performance reports. To functionally and proactively develop and implement strategies to improve productivity, reduce yield losses and reduce labour costs To analyse, prepare and present effective solutions to the senior management team To ensure all health and safety initiatives within the department are adhered to and monitored. Analyse discrepancies and implement corrective and preventative measures, obtaining regular reports to assess the success of these measures. The Ideal Candidate Solid experience of working in an FMCG food environment (ideally within high care). Solid and demonstrable engineering management experience of sizeable teams. Knowledge of basic engineering (electrical and mechanical) needs. Rational thinking and sound judgement. City & Guilds electrical and mechanical certificate. Industrial hydraulic and pneumatics trained. Results orientated. Demonstrable experience of developing positive and innovative team environments. Strong ability to proactively plan and prioritise. Willingness to challenge the status quo in order to achieve a culture dedicated to continuous improvement and best practice. Why Sofina Foods? Competitive rates Online Benefits Hub Canteen Life insurance On-site parking Company pension Referral programme Health & wellbeing programme Company Information Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future. With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world. Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents. Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods. Equal Opportunities Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Location Haverhill, Suffolk Hours of Work Full-time Company Sofina Foods Country Code GB AutoReqId 5256BR AdRef INDB3