What we’re looking for…

As Head of Engineering, you will lead site engineering strategy, drive best-in-class high-speed manufacturing performance, and pioneer continuous improvement across our production operations!

Reporting directly to the Site Director and serving as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you will partner closely with Production to maximise line efficiencies, optimise planned maintenance, and deliver high-impact capital projects.

Your responsibilities will include...

Strategic & Financial Leadership

Assist the Site Director in preparing and executing the annual engineering budget, optimising resources to deliver manufacturing best practices and business goals.

Maintenance & Asset Reliability

Drive plant uptime and asset performance through effective PPM scheduling, overhaul planning, and proactive engineering stores management.

Capital Project Delivery

Formulate capex proposals and feasibility studies, taking ownership of procurement, installation, and commissioning within agreed project criteria.

Collaborative CI Integration

Partner with Production Managers to embed continuous improvement, maximise line efficiencies, enhance reliability, and support stock reduction strategies.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Champion QSE as a non-negotiable priority, ensuring site operations, site services, and external contractors strictly adhere to all regulatory and safety standards.

Site Services & Utility Management

Oversee site services, utilities, property maintenance, and contractor/OEM relationships, including regular performance reviews and specialised training.

Team Leadership & Culture

Lead, coach, and develop the site engineering support team - while matrix-managing embedded engineering teams—to build an inclusive, high-performing culture.

What you’ll bring...

The successful candidate will have extensive engineering management experience leading people within a complex, high-speed FMCG or Food & Beverage production facility. Deep technical knowledge of high-speed packaging equipment, production techniques, and QSE standards in a manufacturing setting. Proven track record in developing and executing PPM systems, asset reliability strategies, and managing multi-million-pound capital projects. Strong leadership, coaching, and influencing capabilities with a track record of driving cultural change and high-performing teams. NEBOSH qualification alongside a solid understanding of legislative compliance and contractor management.

And it would also be great if you can demonstrate an engineering degree with working knowledge of ISO standards (9001, 14001), AutoCad, and CMMS software (e.g., Mainsaver). Expertise in continuous improvement toolkits (Lean/TPM) to uncover root causes and drive sustained year-on-year gains. A results-driven, tenacious mindset with exceptional communication skills to construct compelling business cases and influence across all business levels.

What we offer…

We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent.

We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes uncapped bonus linked to business performance, defined contribution Pension, up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern), flexible holiday trading, flexible cash pot to spend on benefits, Healthcare Cash Plan, flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc, life assurance, save as you earn scheme, staff sales discount, free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales, annual salary review, ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content and much more!

We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition.