Head of Engineering

3 weeks ago


Lancaster, Lancashire, United Kingdom Carrs Billington Agriculture Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to join our team at Carr's Billington Agriculture. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing all engineering activities across our compound feed mills and blends plants.

As Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for developing and executing the engineering strategy, coordinating the repair and maintenance plan, and managing capital and revenue projects. You will ensure that all equipment, plant, and facilities operate efficiently and are maintained safely and in compliance with relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee all maintenance activities across all production sites to ensure minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
  • Develop and execute the engineering strategy, ensuring it aligns with the overall strategic business objectives.
  • Manage the engineering repairs and maintenance budget, together with the capital expenditure budget for all production sites.
  • Ensure that the preventative maintenance programs for the business are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain appropriate and relevant.
  • Lead the design, costing, installation, and implementation of all aspects of annual maintenance and CAPEX project work required.
  • Continually identify opportunities for improved performance, efficiencies, and cost savings while ensuring that all current and impending legislative requirements are met.
  • Ensure that all operational sites and new installations comply with the requirements of H&S legislation, IPPC Permit conditions, HACCP, and UFAS accreditation.
  • Be the principal contact to the operational teams for the maintenance and operational performance of new and existing plant.
  • Monitor and report on KPIs linked to maintenance, project, and plant performance.
  • To be actively involved in the delivery of projects to upgrade manufacturing equipment, including but not limited to the installation, development of functional and technical specifications, coordination of contractors, and necessary documentation for commissioning, training, and maintenance.
  • Work alongside the Safety, Health, and Environmental Manager to ensure that the safety standards of existing plant and equipment across the mills are maintained in line with company policy and procedures.
  • Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.
  • Lead the implementation of engineering best practice and approved management standards and systems across the business.
  • Adhere to Company and Group policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to Safety, Health, and Environmental and Feed Safety.
  • To ensure all relevant legislation and approved codes of practice are adhered to in respect of ongoing compliance, including but not limited to UFAS, FIAS, and NOPS assurance schemes.
Requirements

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Head of Engineering with a strong background in leading large maintenance functions within feed production on a large scale.

The ideal candidate will have a degree within a relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, etc.) or equivalent level of training or experience.

They will also have a proven track record in manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement initiatives, strong financial and business acumen, and experience of managing large budgets.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative mindset, are essential for this role.

The successful candidate will also have a steadfast commitment to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality practices and lead by example in all HSEQ-related matters.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary package, annual salary reviews, a minimum of 25 days annual leave, and the opportunity to work for a well-established family-owned business with ambitions for growth and innovation.

Our benefits package includes access to an Employee Assistance Programme, generous company sick pay entitlement, a health cash plan, staff discount, cycle to work scheme, flexible life assurance and critical illness cover, and Perks At Work.

We also offer enrolment into the Company pension scheme after 3 months of employment and role-specific training and ongoing training and development opportunities identified through our annual appraisal process.


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