Site Services Engineering Manager

Our food manufacturing client in New Mills is looking for a Site Services Manager. Their factory is a major local employer and a landmark in the region, producing some of Britain’s most beloved food brands. With products distributed widely across the UK and internationally, the company prides itself on delivering quality and excellence every day.

They offer a supportive culture focused on personal development, continuous improvement, and strong company values that guide decision-making and everyday behaviour.

What’s in it for you?

• Annual attendance and performance bonuses at the company’s discretion
• Subsidised onsite canteen
• Free onsite car parking
• Volunteering and charity events—company matches individual sponsorship up to £1,000
• Pension - Company contribution: 4% - Employee contribution: 3%
  Note: contributions may vary depending on pay grade.
• Free Christmas gift and Christmas lunch
• Company sick pay (after 1 year’s service)
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme providing financial, emotional, and practical advice
• Employee Recognition Programme for demonstrating core company values
• Gym membership discount at New Bodies Gym, New Mills
• Health Cash Plan via BHSF (discounts on medical & dental appointments)
• Private GP and Occupational Health clinics
• Long service gifts at milestones: 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, 10 years, 25 years
• New starter packs with sweet hamper and weekly meal voucher for 4 weeks
• Costco membership
• Social Club with raffles and trips
• Substantial staff discount on Swizzels products
• Continuous training and apprenticeship opportunities
• Ad hoc treats (ice pops, ice cream van, etc.)

Role Overview

The Site Services Manager plays a pivotal role within the Engineering Leadership Team, shaping the future of our Site Services Department in a dynamic, fast-growing food manufacturing business.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing best-practice maintenance systems
• Coordinating capital installations
• Ensuring reliable delivery of essential site services to internal customers
• Upholding the highest standards of safety, legislative compliance, and operational excellence

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a progressive, high-performing Site Services function that directly supports the business’s long-term success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and actively contribute to the Engineering Leadership Team, driving performance and best practices
• Deliver the Engineering 5-year strategy, aligned with the company vision
• Own Site Services strategy and roadmap for utilities, buildings, and critical services
• Lead and develop a small maintenance/utilities team (skills matrix, training, succession planning, performance management)
• Demonstrate safe behaviour and comply with all safe systems of work
• Manage contractors and service providers: pre-qualification, competency checks, RAMS review, permits-to-work, supervision, and SLA performance
• Maintain permit-to-work and LOTO systems across high-risk activities
• Plan and deliver CAPEX/OPEX projects for utilities, fabric, and infrastructure: business cases, ROI/NPV, tendering, and contractor selection
• Set and track KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, PM compliance, statutory compliance, energy/water intensity, cost-to-serve, contractor performance)
• Confidently communicate at all levels and provide occasional out-of-hours support
• Lead a safety-focused culture to reduce accidents and near misses
• Ensure legal compliance with UK H&S regulations (HSWA, MHSWR, PUWER, LOLER, PSSR, DSEAR/ATEX, COSHH, RIDDOR, CDM, electricity, manual handling, working at height)
• Oversee steam generation & distribution, boilers, water treatment, compressed air, legionella control, refrigeration, electrical infrastructure, and lifting equipment compliance
• Manage emergency preparedness, energy & carbon management, pollution prevention, and GMP compliance
• Lead compliance audits and corrective actions for ISO 45001, ISO 9001, FSSC 22000
• Manage work orders, prioritising by risk/impact, and maintain planned maintenance schedules
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, safety, efficiency, and reduce waste.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrates company values and leadership qualities daily
• Experience managing a team or recognised management qualification
• Thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment and can make decisions under pressure
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Excellent written, verbal, and organisational skills
• Highly motivated with strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities
• Open to learning, logical, risk-aware, and committed to continuous improvement

Why Join?
This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a business that invests in its people, values their expertise, and supports career progression. You’ll join a high-performing engineering team, benefit from structured training, and play a key role in continuous improvement across the site.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV highlighting your relevant experience. If shortlisted, we’ll be in touch within 2 working days.

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