Group Support Engineer / Europe Travel
Salary: DOE
Type: Full-time / Permanent
Location: UK or Ireland Based
One of Europe's leading food manufacturers is seeking a Group Support Engineer to provide leadership and coordination across its engineering function.
Reporting to the Group Engineering Manager, you'll collaborate with site leaders and cross-functional teams to drive improvements in reliability, safety, and efficiency. This is a high-impact role, giving you the opportunity to influence engineering standards, develop people, and deliver real results in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Core Duties:

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  Drive engineering excellence across multiple sites, focusing on People, Asset Care, Standards, and Cost Control.

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  Lead continuous improvement by setting and reviewing RCA and performance standards.

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  Standardise and strengthen SOPs, training, and 5S housekeeping across all departments.

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  Work with site leadership to address resource challenges and develop effective action plans.

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  Manage engineering budgets to optimise plant performance and cost efficiency.

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  Develop and implement succession and training plans to build high-performing teams.

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  Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations at all times.

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  Reduce engineering risks by introducing robust contingency and reliability planning.

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  Oversee and deliver capital projects on time and within budget.

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  Support sustainability goals through energy efficiency and utility performance improvements.

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  Foster accountability, discipline, and strong team culture in line with company standards.

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  Ensure Site Engineering Managers are accountable for fixed assets, systems, budgets, teams, and contractor resources to support 24/7 operations.

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  Lead and motivate teams through strong leadership, fostering collaboration, maintaining discipline, and providing clear feedback on both departmental and individual performance.

Your Profile:

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  Strong engineering qualifications with proven industry experience

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  In-depth knowledge of engineering practices, site services, and relevant legislation

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  Skilled in managing and resolving complex technical problems efficiently

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  Track record of identifying and driving improvements across sites

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  Recognised management qualification or equivalent experience (minimum 2.1 degree)

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  Must have Health & Safety, Environmental, CDM, PC, and budget management training or experience

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  Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, mentoring, and people management skills

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  Creative thinker with the ability to keep production running under pressure

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  Highly organised with strong time management skills

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  Resilient, innovative, and focused on delivering results

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  Able to remain composed and effective when challenges arise

Why You'll Love Working Here

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  Be part of a company with a proud history and a reputation for quality, collaboration, and innovation

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  Enjoy a safe, supportive workplace where health and wellbeing are always the top priority

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  Work in a culture of openness, strong communication, and hands-on career development

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  Grow your career within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking team

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  Grow your career within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking team