Department Manager – Engineering
Report to: Site Engineering Manager.
Responsibilities
* Plan and prioritize work to minimise machinery downtime and ensure maximum use of resources.
* Lead and support the Morrisons asset care programme, demonstrating its behaviours and taking a hands‑on approach to repair and optimise reliability of all equipment assets.
* Co‑ordinate maintenance priorities with the Maintenance team, ensuring that maintenance is planned in advance to avoid production disruption and working closely with the site production team.
* Undertake crisis incident management, accident and near‑miss investigations and ensure standards of discipline are maintained, handling infringements in line with company discipline and grievance procedures.
* Ensure reliability of all equipment assets.
Qualifications and Experience
* NVQ level 3 (or equivalent), ONC mechanical/electrical engineering, or BTEC level 3 in mechanical, electrical or electronic engineering.
* Proven track record in an engineering and fault‑finding role gained from an FMCG or food industry environment.
* Proven experience delivering strong results through a team in a people‑management role.
* Good understanding of HACCP principles; IEE qualification up to 17th edition wiring regulations is advantageous.
* Strong leadership and coaching skills to engage, motivate, and develop large teams with varying skill sets.
Benefits
* Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays).
* 15% discount in Morrisons stores from day one.
* Additional 10% discount via More Card for a friend or family member.
* Career progression and development opportunities.
* Subsidised staff canteen.
* Free parking.
* Market‑leading pension and life assurance.
* Healthcare and well‑being benefits, including Aviva Digital GP.
* Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high‑street shops, cinemas, gyms, and more.
* Long‑service awards.
* Optional payroll charity donations.
* Enhanced family/maternity/parental leave.
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