Role Overview
Princes Group PLC is a leading force in the food and drink manufacturing industry, renowned for its rich heritage and unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. As Group Engineering Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our operations and delivering exceptional value to millions of customers.
Key Responsibilities
Capital Project Delivery
* Lead end‑to‑end delivery of engineering projects across multiple sites, from concept to commissioning.
* Develop project scopes, budgets, timelines, and risk assessments.
* Ensure projects align with the Group’s capital investment and commercial strategies and operational priorities.
* Manage contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure high‑quality outcomes.
Engineering Governance & Standards
* Drive standardisation of engineering specifications, processes, and documentation across all sites.
* Ensure compliance with safety legislation, CDM2015 regulations, and internal governance frameworks.
* Implement best‑practice project management methodologies and continuous improvement principles.
* Coordinate project delivery with site operations to minimise downtime, disruption and operational integration.
* Support commissioning, handover, and post‑implementation reviews to ensure asset performance meets expectations.
* Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to embed new technologies and processes.
* Ensure food safety, legality, integrity, authenticity and quality standards are maintained by adhering to all associated policies and procedures.
Strategic Contribution
* Support long‑term engineering strategy, including automation, digitalisation, and sustainability initiatives.
* Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction, and asset optimisation across the Group.
* Provide expert input into commercially led initiatives & capital planning prioritisation.
Technical Competencies
Project Management
* Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi‑site engineering projects.
* Skilled in project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
* Proficient in structured methodologies (e.g., Prince2, APM, or equivalent).
Engineering Expertise
* Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering, ideally within food, beverage, or FMCG environments.
* Knowledge of automation, process equipment, utilities, and infrastructure projects.
* Familiarity with asset lifecycle management and reliability principles.
Safety & Compliance
* Deep knowledge of CDM2015 regulations, PUWER, and relevant engineering legislation.
* Ability to lead safe systems of work and ensure robust contractor management.
Commercial Acumen
* Ability to evaluate business cases, negotiate with suppliers, and manage project budgets.
* Experience delivering cost‑effective solutions without compromising quality or safety.
Behavioural Competencies
Leadership & Influence
* Able to lead cross‑functional teams without direct authority.
* Skilled at influencing stakeholders at all levels, from site teams to senior leadership.
* Confident decision‑maker with strong accountability.
* Excellent communicator who builds strong relationships across operations, engineering, supply chain, and finance.
* Able to translate technical concepts into clear business language.
* Problem‑solving & critical thinking.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose issues and develop practical solutions.
* Comfortable managing ambiguity and balancing competing priorities.
* Drive for results.
* Delivers projects to agreed timelines and standards.
* Demonstrates resilience, urgency, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Change Management
* Experienced in leading engineering‑driven change in operational environments.
* Able to support teams through transitions and embed new ways of working.
Role Requirements
Essential
* Qualification in a relevant or related engineering discipline.
* Significant experience in asset management, reliability engineering, or maintenance leadership.
* Demonstrated engineering leadership within food manufacturing or FMCG, with a proven track record of improving asset performance across multi‑site industrial environments.
* Strong understanding of statutory compliance, mechanical integrity, and safety standards.
* Experience implementing predictive maintenance technologies and digital tools.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.
* Financial acumen with experience in budget management and ownership.
Desirable
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
* Demonstrated ability to leverage CMMS/EAM tools and analytics platforms to improve asset performance and maintenance efficiency.
* Background in manufacturing, processing, utilities, or heavy industry.
Benefits
* Cash car allowance
* 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
* 14.5% pension – 5% employee opt‑in / 9.5% employer
* Hybrid and flexible working – 4 days in office / 1 day WFH
* Flexible holiday option – buy 5 additional days
* Enhanced family friendly & carers policies
* Life assurance cover
* Private medical insurance
* Critical illness cover
* Learning and development opportunities
Location
* Country: United Kingdom
* City: Liverpool
Business Area
Operations
Workplace Type
Hybrid
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