Engineering Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Type Permanent
Salary £55000 - 70000 per year Overtime + Training
Contact Adam Waite
Call 07787 289 281
Reference AW/EM
Engineering Manager
- £55,000 - £70,000 basic salary
- Phone and laptop
- Pension - matched 5% contribution + life assurance + health care
- 25 days’ leave + 8 Bank Holidays
Location: Luton
An Engineering Manager is required to work for a market leading food manufacturing business with over 28 years of trading history, this £multi-million operation has sustained YOY growth and withstood tough economic conditions. This is a testament to employee and customer satisfaction being at the forefront of strategic decisions, which has enabled this organisation to grow from humble beginnings into a UK powerhouse.
If you are an Engineering Manager, with a track record in managing engineering functions within manufacturing or food process organisations, FMCG, then I have a fantastic role for you. You will have an input into strategic engineering decisions and have complete autonomy to initiate engineering projects across the site.
The Engineering Manager’s role will be as follows:
- To develop the engineering team in line with the Engineering Director
- Cultural changes from a reactive maintenance team to a proactive maintenance function
- Develop and implement a robust PPM and TPM regime
- Upskill a team of 12 Engineers
- To deliver an engineering strategy that delivers all proactive engineering requirements across the site
- Manage budgets across the site related to labour and engineering spend
- Ensure Health & Safety, compliance and quality are adhered to
- Improve communication within the engineering functions and efficient reporting
- To ensure effective utilisation of the engineering system
- Outline efficient ways in the management of stores across the site
- To work alongside Managers related to continuous improvement and CapEx
The ideal Engineering Manager will have a combination of the following:
- Experienced Site Engineering Manager, Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Site Manager or Chief Engineer type background
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A proven track record in leading engineering functions within the food/FMCG, pharmaceutical and or beverage market sectors
- A suitable engineering qualification – mechanical, electrical or automation
- Demonstrable track record in managing and leading large teams
The benefits:
- Excellent remuneration package
- Fantastic training programme
- Long-term career progression
- Autonomy and ownership of all engineering activities across the site
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: HR Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Engineering Manager roles across ATA Recruitment Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to HR Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £55,000 - £70,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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