Group Engineering Manager

Group Support Engineer / Europe Travel

Salary : DOE

Type : Full-time / Permanent

Location : UK or Ireland Based

One of Europe’s leading food manufacturers is seeking a Group Support Engineer to provide leadership and coordination across its engineering function.

Reporting to the Group Engineering Manager, you’ll collaborate with site leaders and cross-functional teams to drive improvements in reliability, safety, and efficiency. This is a high-impact role, giving you the opportunity to influence engineering standards, develop people, and deliver real results in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Core Duties :

Drive engineering excellence across multiple sites, focusing on People, Asset Care, Standards, and Cost Control.

Lead continuous improvement by setting and reviewing RCA and performance standards.

Standardise and strengthen SOPs, training, and 5S housekeeping across all departments.

Work with site leadership to address resource challenges and develop effective action plans.

Manage engineering budgets to optimise plant performance and cost efficiency.

Develop and implement succession and training plans to build high-performing teams.

Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations at all times.

Reduce engineering risks by introducing robust contingency and reliability planning.

Oversee and deliver capital projects on time and within budget.

Support sustainability goals through energy efficiency and utility performance improvements.

Foster accountability, discipline, and strong team culture in line with company standards.

Ensure Site Engineering Managers are accountable for fixed assets, systems, budgets, teams, and contractor resources to support 24 / 7 operations.

Lead and motivate teams through strong leadership, fostering collaboration, maintaining discipline, and providing clear feedback on both departmental and individual performance.

Your Profile :

Strong engineering qualifications with proven industry experience

In-depth knowledge of engineering practices, site services, and relevant legislation

Skilled in managing and resolving complex technical problems efficiently

Track record of identifying and driving improvements across sites

Recognised management qualification or equivalent experience (minimum 2.1 degree)

Must have Health & Safety, Environmental, CDM, PC, and budget management training or experience

Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, mentoring, and people management skills

Creative thinker with the ability to keep production running under pressure

Highly organised with strong time management skills

Resilient, innovative, and focused on delivering results

Able to remain composed and effective when challenges arise

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Be part of a company with a proud history and a reputation for quality, collaboration, and innovation

Enjoy a safe, supportive workplace where health and wellbeing are always the top priority

Work in a culture of openness, strong communication, and hands-on career development

Grow your career within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking team

Grow your career within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking team