INTERIM Head of Engineering
Job Title: Interim Head of EngineeringSenior interim leadership appointment, QUICKLYDepartment: Central Engineering Capital Investment Programme, UKJob Type: Interim Contract, OUTSIDE IR35. Limited Company ConsultancyJob Duration: 6-month target, ongoingJob Profile: UK Engineering multi-site Leadership role – local sites to leadJob Type: Interim Contract , 50+ indirect Headcount, £MM budgetReporting to: UK Operations DirectorJob Reward: Target £600 - £800 per Day rate +Expenses, negotiable DOEJob Location: multi-site across Bedfordshire & Buckinghamshire, Some HybridClient Industry: Global FMCG Food Manufacturer
Are you a Senior Interim Engineering Manager with strong Project Management skills in CAPEX? Multi-site leadership experience? Ready to lead UK Group engineering standards, capital projects and engineering operational excellence on an interim basis? Are you available for this assignment quickly?Can you lead and ENGAGE with impact and a world-class engineering toolbox? Are you an engineering Subject Matter Expert in a manufacturing environment?Driving world-class standards in utilities, projects and maintenance practices
In this newly created, senior INTERIM engineering leadership role, we are seeking an exceptional Head of Engineering & Projects to join a growing global FMCG manufacturer.Driving forward multi-million and BAU engineering projects, across multi-site manufacturing factories, as well as ensuring excellence in electrical standards, factory services and complianceIf you’re an experienced senior engineering leader with a background in fast-paced, time-sensitive manufacturing projects with a passion for engineering excellence, this could be the opportunity for you!As the Senior Engineering & Projects Manager, leading 10 Direct reports, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the engineering investment strategy, ensuring the seamless delivery of all CAPEX factory and services projects
Key responsibilities and duties: Interim Head of Engineering
Interim lead for the engineering function for the UK: nurture a best-in-class engineering functionEngineering Project Management: Oversee and LEAD a portfolio of engineering projects to the highest standards across several sites within the cluster - £10M+leading governance for expenditureFactories are close enough to travel between them daily, you will lead utilities, automation, and maintenance best practiceFactory Services, Utilities Leadership: Drive the effectiveness of utilities, optimizing processesEngineering Compliance Champion: Ensure all engineering activities meet industry standardsTeam Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of talented multi-disciplinary engineers and managers, promoting a culture of innovation, collaborationProject Management Expertise: A track record of successfully managing complex projectsStrategic Vision: The ability to think big picture while also diving into the detailsSupport and lead CMMSOversight of regulatory compliance, project management, team development, and continuous improvementOversee the management of Capital Projects UK, leading electrical, services and UK engineering complianceServe as a trusted advisor to the UK Operations Director, and the UK site management teams on all matters related to engineering within the clusterOptimise and improve the plant’s productive capabilities to meet business demands, including the provision and efficient use of utilities (gas, water, electricity, compressed air), while ensuring compliance with environmental
Skills And Experience Required – Interim Head of Engineering
Proven Leadership and senior stakeholder management: Significant experience in a senior engineering management role within the manufacturing FMCG related sectorThis could include Food, Drink, Pharma and related consumer goods manufacturing, encompassing process and packagingAbility to work across disciplines and within matrix structures – INFLUENCING SKILLS AND ENGAGEMENT ARE KEY - QUICKLYMechanical/electrical qualification or equivalent, ideally a degree even better if you are chartered!5+ years of Engineering leadership experience; with exposure to FMCG environments idealExcellent People leadership skills to motivate, lead and drive projectsTrack record of engineering project portfolio delivery
What’s on Offer – Interim Head of Engineering
Competitive day rateControl and exposure to budgetsStrategic planning and capital expenditure deliveryProfessional Growth: Opportunities for further training and development to help you stay at the top of your fieldImpactful Work: Play a key role in the company’s success and making a tangible differenceCollaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values innovation and creativity
If you’re a career interim or a senior engineering capital projects leader becoming available that is a strategic thinker, a natural inclusive people leader, with a passion for driving engineering projects and maintenance excellence, we want to hear from you! IMMEDIATELYTo apply, please send your CV to
[email protected] or call Mike Butler on 01132123519 for a confidential chatThis role will be suitable for Interim Senior Engineering Managers, Contract Chief Engineers, Head of Engineering Consultants, Senior Engineering Project Managers, Engineering Directors and related senior interim change professionals within FMCG engineering leadership
Seniority Level
Director
Industry
Food and Beverage ManufacturingPackaging and Containers ManufacturingEngineering Services
Employment Type
Contract
Job Functions
EngineeringProject ManagementManufacturing
Skills
Engineering ManagementFood IndustrySenior Stakeholder ManagementStakeholder ManagementStrategic VisionInterim ManagementCapital ExpendituresCapital ProjectsContractorsFast-Moving Consumer Goods
Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.