Engineering Manager Job Chichester area,England UK,Engineering

Our client is one of the UK's leading manufacturers delivering high-quality, fresh products that meet the needs of consumers across retail and food service sectors.

Job Role &

Key Responsibilities:

We are recruiting for a Site Engineering Manager to lead the engineering function within a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring all plant, equipment, buildings, and site services are maintained safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. The successful candidate will manage a team of engineers, drive engineering standards, support continuous improvement, and ensure full compliance across all engineering and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and develop a site-based engineering team of circa 12 engineers
Oversee the day-to-day running of the engineering department
Ensure plant, equipment, buildings, and site services are maintained and operating safely
Drive continuous improvement across engineering practices, standards, and site projects
Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation, statutory requirements, and internal engineering standards
Manage engineering compliance, including site services, distribution systems, environmental compliance, and legionella management
Support energy efficiency and cost-reduction initiatives across the site
Work closely with internal departments including Operations, Health & Safety, HR, Facilities, Technical, and Logistics
Liaise with external contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies where required

The Ideal Candidate will have:

5+ years’ experience within a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing engineering environment
Previous people management or engineering leadership experience
Strong multi-skilled technical knowledge
A recognised electrical qualification
Good working knowledge of health & safety legislation
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
A professional, positive, and solutions-focused approach
The ability to build strong relationships and communicate confidently at all levels
Strong organisational skills with a meticulous approach to work
IT literacy and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable

Skills:

Experience managing engineering compliance across a manufacturing or industrial site
Knowledge of environmental compliance and energy reduction initiatives
Experience managing contractors, suppliers, and regulatory relationships
Previous involvement in continuous improvement projects
Experience leading multi-skilled engineering teams within a high-pressure production environment

Benefits Include:

Competitive salary package
10% bonus
Life assurance
Employer matched pension
Relocation allowance and support, if applicable
Health cash plan
Cycle to work scheme
Colleague discounts, including gym membership and shopping discounts
Flexibility in pay frequency each month
Access to online GP
Employee assistance programme

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