Interim Engineering Manager

Interim Engineering Manager

Posted 3 days ago by Martin Veasey Talent Solutions

£80,000 Per year
Fixed-Term
Onsite
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Interim Engineering Manager involves overseeing engineering operations in a high-speed FMCG manufacturing facility for a fixed-term contract lasting between 6 weeks to 3 months. The position requires immediate availability to lead and motivate the maintenance team while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have previous engineering management experience in FMCG or high-speed manufacturing. This role is crucial for maintaining operational stability during a period of leave.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and motivate the maintenance team, ensuring smooth operations and minimal downtime.
  • Maintain PPM schedules and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Provide leadership and stability to the engineering function during the interim period.
  • Support CAPEX projects and ongoing improvement initiatives.

Key Skills:

  • Schneider PLC programming and fault-finding.
  • Shire CMMS familiarity.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
  • Previous engineering management experience in FMCG or high-speed manufacturing.
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Immediately available and able to commit to 4-6 weeks on-site in the West Midlands.

Salary (Rate): £80,000 yearly

City: Dudley

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Engineering

Detailed Description From Employer:

Interim Engineering Manager FMCG Food & Drinks Manufacturing (Fixed-Term) Fixed-Term Engineering Manager - High-Speed FMCG Manufacturing (6 weeks to 3 months)

Location: West Midlands - Dudley Area

Salary: £60,000-£80,000 pro-rata (Dependent on Experience)

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Engineering Manager for a short-term fixed-term contract to cover a period of leave in a well-invested FMCG manufacturing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a permanent-calibre leader who is between roles and available immediately to step into a hands-on management role.

Essential Skills

  • Schneider PLC programming and fault-finding
  • Shire CMMS familiarity
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate the maintenance team, ensuring smooth operations and minimal downtime.
  • Maintain PPM schedules and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Provide leadership and stability to the engineering function during the interim period.
  • Support CAPEX projects and ongoing improvement initiatives.

About You

Previous engineering management experience in FMCG or high-speed manufacturing. Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Immediately available and able to commit to 4-6 weeks on-site in the West Midlands.

Contract Terms

Salary paid on a pro-rata basis from £60,000-£80,000 per annum DOE (e.g. equivalent to approximately £8,750-£10,000 for 6 weeks). To apply without delay please send your CV