Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager - Greenford, London

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Ensure optimal equipment performance, oversee maintenance and facilities management, and drive efficiency through Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives. Manage capital projects and foster a culture of operational excellence.

About Belazu

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with an impressive set of accreditations, from B Corp status to silver standard Investors in People, and newly recognised in 2024 as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work. We are a diverse team driven by a shared passion for quality and innovation. With over 30 years of leadership in supplying premium Middle Eastern and Mediterranean ingredients, Belazu continues to grow and expand its impact in the UK's food industry.

What the day job looks like:

As an Engineering Manager , you will:

* Lead and develop the engineering team, fostering a high-performance culture.
* Oversee planned maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and efficiency.
* Manage capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance asset reliability.
* Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, environmental, and quality standards.
* Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis to reduce unplanned downtime.
* Control costs within maintenance and facilities budgets.
* Oversee site utilities (water, gas, electricity) and work with external contractors for facility upgrades.
* Be an active member of the HACCP team.

This role will suit you if:

* You have a degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or similar).
* You bring strong leadership skills with experience developing high-performing teams.
* You have a proven track record in FMCG or food manufacturing environments.
* You are well-versed in Lean Management principles and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
* You excel in project management, handling multiple initiatives at once.
* You have in-depth knowledge of health & safety regulations and compliance standards.
* You can think critically and problem-solve under pressure.

This role may not be for you if:

* You prefer working without structured maintenance programs or process improvement initiatives.
* You are uncomfortable leading a team or making strategic engineering decisions.
* You struggle with budget management and cost control.

What's in it for you?

* 25 days annual leave + 8 public holidays, increasing with service
* Auto-Enrolment Pension
* Life assurance from day one
* Discretionary Bonus Scheme
* Learning and development opportunities
* Free parking on-site
* Up to 40% discount on Company products
* Employee benefits portal with retail discounts, EAP, GP services & financial support tools
* Long service awards

Terms

* 40 hrs/week (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Mon-Fri, with occasional weekend work).
* 6-month probationary period.
* Annual salary review - our 'movers and shakers' are always rewarded!
* 15% KPI-related bonus based on challenging but achievable goals.

Ready to drive engineering excellence at Belazu? Apply now!

Thanks for reading our job advert. We do our very best to bring to life what it's like working as part of our team. Diverse teams really are the best teams. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves at work and develop their talents to the full. All colleagues are expected to take personal responsibility for keeping our workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying - a place where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully.

We also know that sometimes some candidates may be put off applying for a job unless they think they can tick every box. If you are really excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet... go on... why not give it a whirl? Good luck!