Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsStep up into senior leadershipDrive meaningful improvementAbout Our ClientMy client is a recognised manufacturing business with a strong track record of investment, innovation and operational excellence. As they continue to evolve their engineering capability, they are seeking an ambitious leader to help drive reliability, performance and future growth.Job DescriptionLead and develop the maintenance and engineering team.Deliver capital investment and continuous improvement projects.Drive equipment reliability, uptime and engineering performance.Develop and optimise preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.Oversee engineering systems, CMMS and maintenance planning.Manage engineering stores, spare parts and inventory control.Support new equipment installations and NPI projects.Collaborate with Operations to improve efficiency, productivity and site performance.Drive a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.Manage engineering budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.The Successful ApplicantIdeal candidate:Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.Proven experience within a manufacturing, FMCG or production environment.Strong understanding of maintenance best practices, asset reliability and continuous improvement.Experience leading projects, mentoring colleagues, supervising teams or driving operational improvements.Comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing stakeholders across Operations and Engineering.Ambitious and motivated to step into a broader engineering leadership role.Lean, TPM or Six Sigma experience would be advantageous.What's on OfferCompetitive salary & benefitsGenuine leadership development opportunityOwnership of major engineering and CAPEX projectsAutonomy to drive site improvement and performanceClear progression potential within an ambitious manufacturing businessContactMark HickmanQuote job refJN-072026-7075314Phone number+441179065142Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorMaintenance, ReliabilitySectorFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)WhereCardiffContract typePermanentConsultant nameMark HickmanConsultant phone+441179065142Job referenceJN-072026-7075314