You will lead the site engineering function, taking ownership of maintenance strategy, plant reliability and engineering performance. You''ll play a key role in ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operation of all equipment and infrastructure, while driving continuous improvement across systems, processes and team capability.Client DetailsA well-established and highly regulated manufacturing operation, operating within a complex, safety-critical environment. The site is focused on driving best-in-class engineering performance, reliability and continuous improvement, with strong investment into systems, people and infrastructure.DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesLead and develop the site engineering and maintenance functionDrive reliability, uptime and performance across plant and equipmentDevelop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance strategiesOwn and improve CMMS planning, scheduling and executionLead root cause analysis and reduce repeat failuresEnsure full compliance with UK regulations (COMAH, PSSR, LOLER, PUWER etc.)Support process safety, HAZOP/HAZID and site HSE initiativesManage audits, risk assessments and statutory complianceLead and develop a multi-skilled engineering teamDeliver engineering KPIs (uptime, MTBF, MTTR, compliance)Support capital projects, upgrades and new technology introductionProfileThe PersonProven experience in an Engineering Manager (or senior supervisory) role within manufacturingStrong electrical engineering background (automat