Chief Engineer

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Poole
Salary
80000.00 - 90000.00 GBP Annual + plus package
Posted
15 Jun 2022
Closes
13 Jul 2022
Job Title
Director
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Chief Engineer

GBP80–90k plus package

Relocation package available

Poole

An opportunity to move to a beautiful part of the world for some. A senior engineering role for those at that level looking for a change and possibly relocation to the South. If not, then a role for an accomplished Engineering Manager looking to progress their career. A background in the food industry or FMCG is essential to be seasoned in fast paced manufacturing environments. Relocation or working away will be financially supported.

There's a great opportunity here both in terms of the current role, future prospects, and the Senior Team you will be joining. The business supply multiple customers with a wide range of products – leading a team of engineers to support the level of quality and customer service this business works to is all part of the challenge.

Balancing the needs of the strategic agenda and daily activities that come with this type of role requires an individual who is comfortable being involved in the factory close to the team, driving that 'one team' culture and setting the strategy.

Being dynamic and able to look ahead, plan and organise effectively are all other skills that make for great leaders. Pulling all that together to support the business, meet the daily order deadlines with an eye on the top line agenda will attract those who are really up for a move to this ambitious business.

Kay areas of the role

Setting the strategic long term and short–term objectives for the engineering function across two sites.
Good structure is in place in terms of the systems and processes but there is always room for improvement and change to maximise efficiencies – it is seeing those opportunities and acting on them.
Working closely with Operations, Technical and Development and being a key player in bringing all those functions together with other stakeholders.
Reporting directly to the Senior Team – this is a visible role in the business, achievement is rewarded here.
The MD promotes a progressive culture within the business.
High standards and procedures are in place and adhered to across all activities be that maintenance, CAPEX projects, management of contractors etc.
As always, a constant focus on Safety, Quality and Hygiene is essential.

What experience do you need for this Chief Engineer role?

A senior engineering professional who has managed and grown engineering teams in similar paced environments.
An understanding of complex manufacture, leading teams to meet challenging deadline and adapting to changes in demand – reacting effectively to unexpected changes.
Your people management skills are a mix of being personable, approachable and you have procedures to ensure the detail isn't missed.
As above, being tenacious, resilient and the energy required in these roles is essential.
A confident operator, your approach is professional, people engage with you and want to listen.
Financially and commercially astute as a member of the Senior Management Team. You fully understand how the engineering function impacts on that all–important bottom–line figure.

You might be earlier in your career but feel in your heart you are ready for this, let's hear from you.

We've tried to convey the full nature of the role in this advert but it's always better in person. To progress your application please apply with your cv for further discussion – we work your hours as recognise your free time will be limited.

Disclaimer: Novus Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and interim recruitment within the United Kingdom. As such, we can only consider applications from candidates who currently reside and are eligible to work in the United Kingdom. Once we have received your details, we will be in touch within 7 days if your application has been successful for the role. We appreciate this can be frustrating but due to the sheer volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to each one individually. If you have not been contacted within 7 days of applying, unfortunately this means your application has not been successful, but we may keep your details on file for future opportunities.

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