Avondale Foods is a leading food processing company of Fresh and Chilled products supplying leading retail businesses such as Marks & Spencer, Morrisons and Waitrose in the UK. Ensure adherence to the engineering parts budget while maintaining adequate stock of spare and replacement parts to prevent machinery downtime and support the completion of planned preventative maintenance (PPM). Contribute to company growth and sustainability by delivering key engineering projects and achieving considerable cost savings through the reduction of effluent plant output levels. Play a significant role in supporting the smooth and efficient running of the engineering department. Key Responsibilities Responsibility for purchasing of all (non-Capex) Engineering items within budget and managing stock control/storage of same. Training and supervision of Stores and Purchasing Controller/Support Engineer. Processing of delivery notes and invoices. Scheduling and organising external contractors for routine maintenance of site services and specialised equipment. Management of engineering CAPEX projects. Prepare drawings using AutoCad as necessary. Management and processing of general worklist items. Ensure Audit/customer compliance. Prepare rotas and schedules for Maintenance personnel. Efficient running of effluent treatment plant. Deliver training to Maintenance personnel when required. Configure Microsoft software to capture information as necessary. Adherence to Health and Safety, Food Safety policies etc. Contribute to the development of a culture of Integrity, collaboration do the right thing approach in all interactions. Ensure Food Safety compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements to remain audit-ready at all times. Essential Criteria Recognised Engineering qualification (HND or above). Minimum 5 years engineering experience 2 years supervisory/management experience. Good communication skills. Liaise with contractors/other company departments to achieve a good result. Desirable Criteria Experience in food industry. Competent in use of AutoCad. Competence in use of a purchasing system. Experience in training of people. Skills: Engineering Stock Management Project Planning Staff Training Benefits: Meal Allowance / Canteen Medical Aid / Health Care Paid Holidays Parking Pension Fund