At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering operations and ensure our facilities run safely and efficiently.
- Company: Join the Samworth Brothers family, a supportive and collaborative workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy great perks like private health, gym access, and annual pay reviews.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values collaboration and personal accountability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a thriving environment with opportunities for growth.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and experience in leadership roles required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family! At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that we believe supports your life and personal aspirations:
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Private health scheme
- Profit related pay
- Experience annual pay reviews
- Onsite gym
- Employee discount scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Long service days holidays
- Paid social events
Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities.
As Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of site-wide engineering operations, ensuring our facilities, plant, and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. You'll lead engineering strategy while delivering world-class standards in maintenance, compliance, asset care, and capital project delivery.
Working closely with Operations, Technical, Finance, HR and other key stakeholders, you'll play a critical role in driving operational performance, supporting future growth, and developing a high-performing engineering team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the Engineering and Site Services teams, creating a high-performing, safety-focused culture.
- Own and deliver the site engineering strategy, ensuring plant, equipment and facilities support business objectives.
- Drive engineering excellence through effective maintenance planning, asset care and operational performance management.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, legal and regulatory standards across all engineering activities.
- Develop and manage engineering budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities and deliver continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead the planning and delivery of capital investment projects, including a rolling 3–5-year capital programme.
- Build strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate with Operations, Technical and Support teams to maximise site performance and reliability.
The Ideal Candidate:
We believe that success is built upon collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we welcome candidates who are passionate about working together to achieve greatness. As a valued member of our team, you will bring the following skills and experience:
- Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Proven experience in an Engineering Manager or senior engineering leadership role within manufacturing.
- Formal management qualification.
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualification.
- Strong experience managing maintenance operations, budgets and engineering teams.
- Demonstrable experience leading safety, compliance and continuous improvement programmes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role.
Join us at Samworth Brothers, where you'll be more than just a team member – you'll be an integral part of our thriving family. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us!
We’re an Equal Opportunities employer and proud to make diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.
Engineering Manager in Stretford employer: Samworth Brothers
At Samworth Brothers, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. As an Engineering Manager in Manchester, you'll benefit from a comprehensive range of perks including enhanced pension schemes, private health coverage, and opportunities for professional growth, all while being part of a family-oriented culture that champions collaboration and innovation. Join us to not only advance your career but also to contribute to a legacy of quality and excellence in the baking industry.
