Head Of Engineering in BT80, Cookstown, Mid Ulster
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Job Title: Head of Engineering
Location: Cookstown
Salary: £95,000 + Benefits & Bonus
We’re recruiting a Head of Engineering for a leading food manufacturer based in Cookstown. This is a senior leadership role where you’ll take full ownership of engineering and maintenance across a busy, high-volume site.
If you’re an experienced Head of Engineering or a strong Engineering Manager ready to step up, this is a chance to lead from the front, drive performance, and shape the future of the department.
What you’ll be doing as Head of Engineering:
* Lead, develop, and structure the site engineering team
* Take full ownership of planned and reactive maintenance across all equipment
* Drive reliability improvements, reduce downtime, and improve asset performance
* Ensure compliance across food safety, H&S, and environmental standards
* Oversee maintenance systems, calibration schedules, and engineering documentation
* Set, track, and report on engineering KPIs to senior leadership
* Work closely with production and technical teams to resolve issues quickly
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and TPM principles
What we’re looking for in a Head of Engineering:
* Proven experience in a Head of Engineering or senior engineering leadership role
* Background in food manufacturing or FMCG (abattoir experience a bonus)
* Strong understanding of maintenance systems, quality systems, and compliance
* Experience managing preventative maintenance, calibrations, and repairs
* Confident leading teams and driving performance on a fast-paced site
* Knowledge of Lean, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologies
* HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent
* Strong communicator, organised, and able to operate at a senior level
Why this Head of Engineering role?
* £95,000 salary + strong package (car allowance, bonus, healthcare, pension)
* Senior leadership role with full ownership of engineering on site
* Join a global food manufacturer with real investment and growth plans
* Opportunity to put your stamp on the department and drive change
* Clear progression into higher-level roles within the group
If you’re a Head of Engineering looking for a role where you can lead, influence, and make a real impact — this is worth a conversation
If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.
- Location:
- Cookstown
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineering,, Engineering
