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.
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