INTERIM Head of Engineering
On site
Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
£ 200,000 / year
Freelance
12-03-2025
Job Specifications
Job Title: Interim Head of Engineering
Senior interim leadership appointment, QUICKLY
Department: Central Engineering Capital Investment Programme, UK
Job Type: Interim Contract, OUTSIDE IR35. Limited Company Consultancy
Job Duration: 6-month target, ongoing
Job Profile: UK Engineering multi-site Leadership role – local sites to lead
Job Type: Interim Contract , 50+ indirect Headcount, £MM budget
Reporting to: UK Operations Director
Job Reward: Target £600 - £800 per Day rate +Expenses, negotiable DOE
Job Location: multi-site across Bedfordshire & Buckinghamshire, Some Hybrid
Client Industry: Global FMCG Food Manufacturer
Are you a Senior Interim Engineering Manager with strong Project Management skills in CAPEX? Multi-site leadership experience? Ready to lead UK Group engineering standards, capital projects and engineering operational excellence on an interim basis? Are you available for this assignment quickly?
Can you lead and ENGAGE with impact and a world-class engineering toolbox? Are you an engineering Subject Matter Expert in a manufacturing environment?
Driving world-class standards in utilities, projects and maintenance practices
In this newly created, senior INTERIM engineering leadership role, we are seeking an exceptional Head of Engineering & Projects to join a growing global FMCG manufacturer.
Driving forward multi-million and BAU engineering projects, across multi-site manufacturing factories, as well as ensuring excellence in electrical standards, factory services and compliance
If you’re an experienced senior engineering leader with a background in fast-paced, time-sensitive manufacturing projects with a passion for engineering excellence, this could be the opportunity for you!
As the Senior Engineering & Projects Manager, leading 10 Direct reports, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the engineering investment strategy, ensuring the seamless delivery of all CAPEX factory and services projects
Key responsibilities and duties: Interim Head of Engineering
Interim lead for the engineering function for the UK: nurture a best-in-class engineering function
Engineering Project Management: Oversee and LEAD a portfolio of engineering projects to the highest standards across several sites within the cluster - £10M+leading governance for expenditure
Factories are close enough to travel between them daily, you will lead utilities, automation, and maintenance best practice
Factory Services, Utilities Leadership: Drive the effectiveness of utilities, optimizing processes
Engineering Compliance Champion: Ensure all engineering activities meet industry standards
Team Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of talented multi-disciplinary engineers and managers, promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration
Project Management Expertise: A track record of successfully managing complex projects
Strategic Vision: The ability to think big picture while also diving into the details
Support and lead CMMS
Oversight of regulatory compliance, project management, team development, and continuous improvement
Oversee the management of Capital Projects UK, leading electrical, services and UK engineering compliance
Serve as a trusted advisor to the UK Operations Director, and the UK site management teams on all matters related to engineering within the cluster
Optimise and improve the plant’s productive capabilities to meet business demands, including the provision and efficient use of utilities (gas, water, electricity, compressed air), while ensuring compliance with environmental
Skills And Experience Required – Interim Head of Engineering
Proven Leadership and senior stakeholder management: Significant experience in a senior engineering management role within the manufacturing FMCG related sector
This could include Food, Drink, Pharma and related consumer goods manufacturing, encompassing process and packaging
Ability to work across disciplines and within matrix structures – INFLUENCING SKILLS AND ENGAGEMENT ARE KEY - QUICKLY
Mechanical/electrical qualification or equivalent, ideally a degree even better if you are chartered!
5+ years of Engineering leadership experience; with exposure to FMCG environments ideal
Excellent People leadership skills to motivate, lead and drive projects
Track record of engineering project portfolio delivery
What’s on Offer – Interim Head of Engineering
Competitive day rate
Control and exposure to budgets
Strategic planning and capital expenditure delivery
Professional Growth: Opportunities for further training and development to help you stay at the top of your field
Impactful Work: Play a key role in the company’s success and making a tangible difference
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values innovation and creativity
If you’re a career interim or a senior engineering capital projects leader becoming available that is a strategic thinker, a natural inclusive people leader, with a passion for driving engineering projects and maintenance excellence, we want to hear from you! IMMEDIATELY
To apply, please send your CV to mike.butler@omegaresource.co.uk or call Mike Butler on 01132123519 for a confidential chat
This role will be suitable for Interim Senior Engineering Managers, Contract Chief Engineers, Head of Engineering Consultants, Senior Engineering Project Managers, Engineering Directors and related senior interim change professionals within FMCG engineering leadership
About the Company
At Omega we specialise in connecting exceptional talent with leading companies in the technology, manufacturing, and engineering sectors. Our mission is to bridge the gap between top-tier employers and the brightest minds in these industries, facilitating a synergy that leads to breakthrough innovations and game-changing products. Know more
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