Head of Engineering Location: North England (role can be based from either the Yorkshire or County Durham site) Salary: Negotiable and open to discussion for the right candidate, based on experience Hours: Full-time flexibility required to support a 24/7 operation A leading UK manufacturer within the sustainable packaging sector is seeking a hands-on Head of Engineering to oversee and develop the engineering function across two major production facilities. This is a key leadership position for someone who can balance strategic direction with operational involvement, leading a team of around 1520 engineers across both electrical and mechanical disciplines. The Role Lead and develop a multi-skilled engineering team across two sites. Oversee all maintenance, reliability, and capital project activity. Strengthen and deliver the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) strategy. Ensure compliance with H&S, environmental, and quality standards. Drive root cause analysis to reduce downtime and improve performance. Collaborate with production and operations to optimise efficiency and reliability. Manage engineering budgets, spares inventory, and third-party contractors. Deliver continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives. Lead the engineering strategy aligned with group sustainability goals. About You Electrically biased engineer with strong mechanical knowledge. Experienced leader from a fast-paced manufacturing environment (multi-site experience advantageous). Confident in leading and motivating technical teams while remaining hands-on. Background in plastic packaging or related processing environments (extrusion, thermoforming, injection moulding). Strong communicator, commercially aware, and proactive problem solver. Qualified to HNC/HND/Degree level or equivalent in engineering. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking manufacturer backed by a larger group committed to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Youll be given autonomy to shape the engineering function, drive long-term improvement, and play a pivotal role in the ongoing evolution of a key UK manufacturing business.