Head of Technical - Food Manufacturing Location: Bristol Salary – c£60,000 + Bonus and associated Benefits We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Technical to lead food safety, quality and compliance across a food manufacturer who sits within the Food Service sector This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for shaping and embedding a best-in-class food safety culture, ensuring the business is fully audit-ready every day, and leading all technical and hygiene functions across the organisation. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams, key customers and external auditors to ensure the highest standards of compliance, quality and continuous improvement are maintained. The role is based in Bristol, but there will be travel required to their satellite site based in Wiltshire 1 – 2 times a month Head of Technical Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the technical and hygiene teams to support current operations and future growth Define and deliver the company’s food safety and quality strategy Drive a strong food safety culture across the business Ensure full compliance with all food safety, legal and customer requirements Maintain BRC accreditation at Grade A or above Lead all customer, third-party and regulatory audits Develop and monitor technical KPIs and continuous improvement plans Oversee HACCP, allergen management, GMP and traceability syst...