Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced, qualified and dynamic Head of Engineering to lead a sizable team across this diverse and multi-faceted estate. This role really is something special and we need an individual with a broad spectrum of knowledge to take the reins and boldly lead and develop their team.
You will hold a Degree in an Engineering discipline and be able to demonstrate excellent leadership skills. Your experience will have crossed over sectors, possibly within more than one of these areas: manufacturing, hospitality, agriculture, food production, resorts, visitor attractions. I would love to speak to anyone who has lead estate functions across large‑scale wine production / vineyards / brewing that are open to the public.
You will need to be genuinely dedicated and passionate about what you do and, importantly, you will need to be comfortable in an environment that is constantly evolving.
Responsibilities
* Lead the daily operations of the in‑house engineering team and manage external contractors
* Ensure comprehensive maintenance coverage across all estate assets including buildings, plant, vehicles, IT, H&S and infrastructure
* Develop, train, and motivate a skilled, adaptable Estate Maintenance Team
* Plan and deliver proactive and reactive maintenance programmes that align with estate priorities
* Monitor, control, and report on engineering‑related budgets, including capital investment projects
* Implement systems of continuous improvement across engineering disciplines and practices
* Participate in the engineering duty rota, including weekend and bank holiday coverage as required
* Guide and support the H&S team from strategy, policy, procedures to day‑to‑day operations
* Asset management with a focus on preventative maintenance
* Develop and implement maintenance strategies to optimise asset performance, lifecycle value, and end‑of‑life planning
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