Chief Engineer Your new company We are delighted to be exclusively partnered with a global manufacturer in search of a Chief Engineer to oversee the Engineering function for a large manufacturing facility based in Lowestoft. Providing leadership and direction for the engineering, project and technical services teams and management of the capital budget. Your new role As a key member of the site operations team, and as Chief Engineer, you will manage the capital budget, reliability and maintenance of the site and delivery of key site projects, BAU engineering and capital cost management. You will develop, maintain and implement site capital strategy, maintenance performance optimisation, deliver on budgets on time to forecast. > Capital engineering responsibility for new product development, capacity extension, cost savings and other strategically important initiatives > Developing new technology, benchmarking accountability for engineering and utilities > Legislative appreciation of safety and environmental aspects of engineering > Asset management and care > Resource planning and development > Project management What you'll need to succeed Degree-qualified or proven experience working at a senior level across a large-scale manufacturing facility, with experience of high-value project management, experience in continuous improvement and lean principles, IOSH, Nebosh managing safety, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively and work under pressure. The company is seeking a bold change agent to make a strong impact and have a positive influence on the engineering teams. What you'll get in return An attractive base salary £80-85k, car allowance, annual bonus, enhanced pension, family healthcare plan and staff discount schemes. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4688583