Head of Technical - P&C (Private & Confidential)

Job Title: Head of Technical – P&C (Private & Confidential) Location: South East England Industry: Food Manufacturing Salary: Circa £100,000 + bonus + benefits Contract: Full-time | Permanent About the Role On behalf of one of our valued clients — a respected and established name in UK food manufacturing — we are exclusively managing the search for a Head of Technical – P&C (Private & Confidential). This is a discreet appointment at senior leadership level, focused on driving the technical agenda across food safety, quality, and compliance. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in safeguarding product integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading technical excellence within a complex and fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Operations Director, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the technical direction of a dynamic and progressive food business operating in the South East. Key Responsibilities * Lead the technical and quality function across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring robust compliance with all food safety, legal, and customer requirements. * Develop and execute a future-fit technical strategy in alignment with business objectives. * Champion best-in-class standards across HACCP, BRCGS, and customer audits. * Mentor and develop a high-performing technical team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement. * Serve as the technical liaison fo…