Overview of roleCompany: Allied BakeriesLocation: Belfast Annual Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on experienceClosing Date: 9 July 2026There are plenty of reasons why this is a great place to work, and here are just a few of the benefits for you: 25 days leave plus 8 Bank HolsOnsite parkingPension - matched employer pension contributions of up to 10% & Life AssuranceEmployee Assistance Programme a free and confidential support service for employees including counselling, financial guidance, relationship and legal adviceCycle to work schemeExtra Slice company discount scheme which provides great savings at more than 500 businesses/outlets, including Asda, Tesco, Currys & ArgosYou will support the Engineering Manager to lead the on-site engineering team, manage workloads and drive performance. You will oversee daily breakdowns, mentor staff and collaborate with production and the quality team to hit targets.Key AccountabilitiesEnsure optimum plant and equipment efficiency while minimising downtime.Responsible for the people agenda including communication, performance management, training and development.Optimise maintenance management procedures and PPM schedules to improve site performance.Develop cost reduction initiatives and undertake small capital projects as required.Conduct root cause analysis for major or repeating breakdowns and train the team to do the same.Work closely with production staff to achieve daily targets and update them on engineering tasks.Enforce site rules, health and safety procedures, and control measures for contractors and visitors, including issuing permits.Coach and mentor your team, managing holidays, absences and any disciplinary issues.Provide technical support to the team and keep the Engineering Manager informed of significant health and safety or production issues.Working cross functionally to ensure that the engineering function works within an integrated manufacturing team and ensuring the maximum availability of assetsEnsure an environment and culture of safe working practicesTrack Engineering KPI's and develop action plans to attain targets and improvementCover for Site Engineering ManagerThe Right Person3 - 5 years experience of managing a team gained within a manufacturing environmentRelevant engineering qualifications (e.g., Engineering Degree, HND in a relevant engineering discipline, Time served Apprenticeship).Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systemsSpecific understanding of the requirements of Health and Safety Regulations/Legislation directly relating to engineering.Excellent Project and Cost Management skillsExperience of the change management process and working with new technologiesExperience of working in a FMCG Production environment is desirableTo be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.WHJS1_NI