Recruitment Consultant Poole Competitive Salary Looking to improve your working life? Here at Rubicon, we take pride in being 100% employee-owned, empowering our close-knit team to not only enjoy a fulfilling career but also a stake in our collective success. You ll join our Manufacturing and Logistics Division, a specialist team recruiting for roles in warehousing, production, and manufacturing. From store operatives to trainee positions to drivers to factory operatives, you ll play a pivotal role in sourcing talent for businesses across Dorset. With a first-class induction, ongoing technical training, and a tailored personal development plan, this opportunity is ideal for someone looking to thrive within 360 recruitment while building expertise in a fast-paced, high-demand sector. As a Recruitment Consultant, you will benefit from: Free parking Commission schemes Holiday sell-back scheme Training / External training qualifications with the REC Clear progression path to a Senior Consultant Quarterly performance-related bonus Regular awards & prizes, including Employee of the Month 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus 1 extra day for your birthday. Birthday gift from the company Early finish Fridays, followed by Friday drinks (first round on Rubicon!) Become part of Rubicon s 100% Employee-Owned Trust, Private medical insurance (after your first year) 5 days sick pay PA (after your first year) Flu jabs, free eye test, and discounts on glasses As a Recruitment Consultant, your responsibilities will include: Sourcing candidates for manufacturing and logistics roles using job boards, sourcing tools, and proactive networking Contacting registered candidates via phone, email, and face-to-face Conducting qualification calls aligned to detailed job specs Visiting prospective and existing clients to understand their requirements Creating opportunities through speculative approaches and market mapping Maximising opportunities within the client base by offering consultative recruitment solutions As a Recruitment Consultant, your experience will include: Background in recruitment, lettings, property, account management, or B2B customer support For this role, a hospitality background would be very relevant. Strong administration skills with attention to detail Professional telephone manner and customer service experience Experience using CRM systems or similar databases Full UK driving licence This Recruitment Consultant role sits within a sociable, empowered culture where every manager and director has progressed from this very position. With regular team-building events and social activities, you ll be part of a business that genuinely invests in its people. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Tina at Rubicon on (phone number removed) for more information.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Recruitment Consultant Poole Competitive Salary Looking to improve your working life? Here at Rubicon, we take pride in being 100% employee-owned, empowering our close-knit team to not only enjoy a fulfilling career but also a stake in our collective success. You ll join our Manufacturing and Logistics Division, a specialist team recruiting for roles in warehousing, production, and manufacturing. From store operatives to trainee positions to drivers to factory operatives, you ll play a pivotal role in sourcing talent for businesses across Dorset. With a first-class induction, ongoing technical training, and a tailored personal development plan, this opportunity is ideal for someone looking to thrive within 360 recruitment while building expertise in a fast-paced, high-demand sector. As a Recruitment Consultant, you will benefit from: Free parking Commission schemes Holiday sell-back scheme Training / External training qualifications with the REC Clear progression path to a Senior Consultant Quarterly performance-related bonus Regular awards & prizes, including Employee of the Month 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus 1 extra day for your birthday. Birthday gift from the company Early finish Fridays, followed by Friday drinks (first round on Rubicon!) Become part of Rubicon s 100% Employee-Owned Trust, Private medical insurance (after your first year) 5 days sick pay PA (after your first year) Flu jabs, free eye test, and discounts on glasses As a Recruitment Consultant, your responsibilities will include: Sourcing candidates for manufacturing and logistics roles using job boards, sourcing tools, and proactive networking Contacting registered candidates via phone, email, and face-to-face Conducting qualification calls aligned to detailed job specs Visiting prospective and existing clients to understand their requirements Creating opportunities through speculative approaches and market mapping Maximising opportunities within the client base by offering consultative recruitment solutions As a Recruitment Consultant, your experience will include: Background in recruitment, lettings, property, account management, or B2B customer support For this role, a hospitality background would be very relevant. Strong administration skills with attention to detail Professional telephone manner and customer service experience Experience using CRM systems or similar databases Full UK driving licence This Recruitment Consultant role sits within a sociable, empowered culture where every manager and director has progressed from this very position. With regular team-building events and social activities, you ll be part of a business that genuinely invests in its people. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Tina at Rubicon on (phone number removed) for more information.
Our client are a very successful manufacturing company based in Basildon, Essex with other sites in England and overseas. They are recruiting for an experienced client Account Manager (office based). You will need to have full driving licence and your own car. As an Account Manager you will be part of the Commercial team. You, along with account management colleagues, will be responsible for the commercial management and day-to-day communication for several allocated customers. Y ou will need to have client account management experience in the manufacturing sector - this is an essential requirement. Main responsibilities Take ownership for your allocated customers; being the voice of the customer within the business. Improve the customer service experience, create engaged customers and facilitate organic growth. Ensure that the customer s scheduling requirements are met, providing them with timely and accurate updates. Take ownership of customer issues and follow problems through to resolution. Oversee the order planning with each customer, from initial order placement into the factory to final shipment. Handling customer purchase orders, co-ordinating with the relevant Buyer for material purchasing and kit clearance. Plus maintaining continuous communication with the production, quality and engineering teams. Work collaboratively with other account managers and buyers, gaining a broad knowledge of all customers in their portfolio. Collate financial data and prepare for presentation to the Commercial Manager and other SLT for all customer KPIs. Skills, knowledge & experience Experience of managing customer accounts within a manufacturing environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to connect with key stakeholders and nurture strong working relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues. Sound commercial awareness of how revenues and gross margins impact the business. Confidence to negotiate and influence decision making with senior stakeholders. Experience of using MRP systems; strong ability to plan, manage complex customer orders, and sense-check commercial data with meticulous attention to detail. Customers will expect you to know the technical aspects of what they do. Therefore, they anticipate that the successful candidate will come from the electronics manufacturing services sector, or a very closely related service / company. Normal day to day work is mainly in the office/factory. There will be some travel to customers, mostly within the UK, but at times there could be visits to other sites. You must have a full driving license and be able to and willing to travel. In return they offer: Salary £33,000 - £37,000 (dependent on skills & experience) Working hours: Full time is 37 hours per week . Mon to Thurs 08:00 to 16:30 and Fri 08:00 to 13:00 Holiday: 25 days plus Bank Holidays (includes Christmas shutdown). Plus, up to 5 additional days for long service milestones (every 5 years) Pension scheme: Auto-enrolment 5% + 3% company contributions Excellent working environment Free parking, spacious offices & employee facilities Complimentary fruit, hot drinks and breakfast provisions. For further information apply today or contact Kim at ENS Commercial Recruitment, Southend.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Our client are a very successful manufacturing company based in Basildon, Essex with other sites in England and overseas. They are recruiting for an experienced client Account Manager (office based). You will need to have full driving licence and your own car. As an Account Manager you will be part of the Commercial team. You, along with account management colleagues, will be responsible for the commercial management and day-to-day communication for several allocated customers. Y ou will need to have client account management experience in the manufacturing sector - this is an essential requirement. Main responsibilities Take ownership for your allocated customers; being the voice of the customer within the business. Improve the customer service experience, create engaged customers and facilitate organic growth. Ensure that the customer s scheduling requirements are met, providing them with timely and accurate updates. Take ownership of customer issues and follow problems through to resolution. Oversee the order planning with each customer, from initial order placement into the factory to final shipment. Handling customer purchase orders, co-ordinating with the relevant Buyer for material purchasing and kit clearance. Plus maintaining continuous communication with the production, quality and engineering teams. Work collaboratively with other account managers and buyers, gaining a broad knowledge of all customers in their portfolio. Collate financial data and prepare for presentation to the Commercial Manager and other SLT for all customer KPIs. Skills, knowledge & experience Experience of managing customer accounts within a manufacturing environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to connect with key stakeholders and nurture strong working relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues. Sound commercial awareness of how revenues and gross margins impact the business. Confidence to negotiate and influence decision making with senior stakeholders. Experience of using MRP systems; strong ability to plan, manage complex customer orders, and sense-check commercial data with meticulous attention to detail. Customers will expect you to know the technical aspects of what they do. Therefore, they anticipate that the successful candidate will come from the electronics manufacturing services sector, or a very closely related service / company. Normal day to day work is mainly in the office/factory. There will be some travel to customers, mostly within the UK, but at times there could be visits to other sites. You must have a full driving license and be able to and willing to travel. In return they offer: Salary £33,000 - £37,000 (dependent on skills & experience) Working hours: Full time is 37 hours per week . Mon to Thurs 08:00 to 16:30 and Fri 08:00 to 13:00 Holiday: 25 days plus Bank Holidays (includes Christmas shutdown). Plus, up to 5 additional days for long service milestones (every 5 years) Pension scheme: Auto-enrolment 5% + 3% company contributions Excellent working environment Free parking, spacious offices & employee facilities Complimentary fruit, hot drinks and breakfast provisions. For further information apply today or contact Kim at ENS Commercial Recruitment, Southend.
We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 markets, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. Job Purpose The Associate Director, Central Talent Acquisition (TA) Delivery Lead will drive large scale TA strategic projects to enable business transformation. Responsible for design, operational set up and deployment that meets both the short term and long term business hiring demands, strengthens TA organisational effectiveness provides excellent TA service delivery across CCEP globally. The role owner will lead a number of Strategic TA projects that drive adoption of new technologies which include AI across the TA function aiming to improve efficiencies and operational effectiveness, and enhance employee and candidate experience. As a trusted partner to senior business & People & Culture stakeholders and the Director of TA, the role owner ensures Talent Acquisition strategies, processes, and capabilities meet both current and future business needs, enabling scalable, high quality hiring aligned to the organisation's strategic objectives. As part of the Central TA team and a key member of the TA Leads Community, the role holder promotes aligned ways of working, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the Talent Acquisition function This role will be part of the succession plan for the Director TA role. Job Accountabilities TA Transformation Projects Lead and deliver global strategic and sensitive TA projects across multiple regions, capabilities and stakeholder groups. Drive adoption of new TA technology across markets ensuring efficiencies are delivered through leveraging AI and building TA capability. Translate TA strategy into executable delivery plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes. Ensure effective governance, risk management, and progress tracking across Projects. Stakeholder & Change Management A trusted TA advisor to senior business leaders to ensure hiring meets business requirements by bringing data, labour market insights and commercial understanding. Drive adoption of new processes and capabilities through structured change management and engagement approaches. TA Organisational Effectiveness Review and assess TA organisational effectiveness to ensure alignment with business strategy and growth priorities. Partner with TA Leads and P&C stakeholders to design and implement TA initiatives that balance global consistency with local market needs. Recommend and implement improvements to structure, workflows, and ways of working to improve speed and quality of hiring. TA Capability Development & Enablement Design and roll out global TA capability programmes covering skills, behaviours, tools, and methodologies required for best in class delivery. Drive AI & digital capabilities across TA community unlocking efficiencies and enhanced candidate and hiring manager experience. Bring outside in thinking to ensuring CCEP's TA capabilities are best in class and future-ready, enabling best market practices and digital innovation. Required experience Experience leading Talent Acquisition change projects in a global or multi regional environment. Experience managing complex global programmes of change with multiple stakeholders. Ability to design and deliver recruiter capability programmes. Hands on experience with TA systems and tools, preferably with Eightfold's TA Module. Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and regional and global teams. Experience developing communication strategies to support change and adoption. Potential to step into larger TA roles in the future. Advanced verbal and written English skills. We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 markets, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We help our 2.1 million customers grow, and we are constantly investing in exciting new products, innovative technologies and fresh ideas. This helps us to delight the 600 million people who enjoy our drinks every day. From gender, age and ethnicity to sexual orientation and different abilities, we welcome people from all walks of life and empower unique perspectives. We recognize we've got some way to go, but we'll get there with the support of our people. It's them who drive our future growth.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 markets, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. Job Purpose The Associate Director, Central Talent Acquisition (TA) Delivery Lead will drive large scale TA strategic projects to enable business transformation. Responsible for design, operational set up and deployment that meets both the short term and long term business hiring demands, strengthens TA organisational effectiveness provides excellent TA service delivery across CCEP globally. The role owner will lead a number of Strategic TA projects that drive adoption of new technologies which include AI across the TA function aiming to improve efficiencies and operational effectiveness, and enhance employee and candidate experience. As a trusted partner to senior business & People & Culture stakeholders and the Director of TA, the role owner ensures Talent Acquisition strategies, processes, and capabilities meet both current and future business needs, enabling scalable, high quality hiring aligned to the organisation's strategic objectives. As part of the Central TA team and a key member of the TA Leads Community, the role holder promotes aligned ways of working, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the Talent Acquisition function This role will be part of the succession plan for the Director TA role. Job Accountabilities TA Transformation Projects Lead and deliver global strategic and sensitive TA projects across multiple regions, capabilities and stakeholder groups. Drive adoption of new TA technology across markets ensuring efficiencies are delivered through leveraging AI and building TA capability. Translate TA strategy into executable delivery plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes. Ensure effective governance, risk management, and progress tracking across Projects. Stakeholder & Change Management A trusted TA advisor to senior business leaders to ensure hiring meets business requirements by bringing data, labour market insights and commercial understanding. Drive adoption of new processes and capabilities through structured change management and engagement approaches. TA Organisational Effectiveness Review and assess TA organisational effectiveness to ensure alignment with business strategy and growth priorities. Partner with TA Leads and P&C stakeholders to design and implement TA initiatives that balance global consistency with local market needs. Recommend and implement improvements to structure, workflows, and ways of working to improve speed and quality of hiring. TA Capability Development & Enablement Design and roll out global TA capability programmes covering skills, behaviours, tools, and methodologies required for best in class delivery. Drive AI & digital capabilities across TA community unlocking efficiencies and enhanced candidate and hiring manager experience. Bring outside in thinking to ensuring CCEP's TA capabilities are best in class and future-ready, enabling best market practices and digital innovation. Required experience Experience leading Talent Acquisition change projects in a global or multi regional environment. Experience managing complex global programmes of change with multiple stakeholders. Ability to design and deliver recruiter capability programmes. Hands on experience with TA systems and tools, preferably with Eightfold's TA Module. Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and regional and global teams. Experience developing communication strategies to support change and adoption. Potential to step into larger TA roles in the future. Advanced verbal and written English skills. We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 markets, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We help our 2.1 million customers grow, and we are constantly investing in exciting new products, innovative technologies and fresh ideas. This helps us to delight the 600 million people who enjoy our drinks every day. From gender, age and ethnicity to sexual orientation and different abilities, we welcome people from all walks of life and empower unique perspectives. We recognize we've got some way to go, but we'll get there with the support of our people. It's them who drive our future growth.
Title: Senior Brand Manager (12 Month FTC) Salary: 60K Location: Cambridgeshire Work Pattern: Hybrid We're partnering with a leading food & drink manufacturer who are making exciting changes in the retailer market. As part of their expanding marketing team, they're looking for a Senior Brand Manager to re-launch a flagship product and drive growth in the fast-moving protein drinks category. This is a high-profile role where you'll shape strategy, own execution, and be the face of the brand with retailers. You won't be doing it in isolation either. This is a business that thrives on collaboration, with a supportive team that works cross-functionally to make things happen. Add to that a category that's evolving quickly and a company making bold moves in the retailer market - you've got the perfect platform to bring fresh thinking and leave your mark. Key responsibilities: Lead the brand re-launch, including brand positioning, comms and channel strategy. Grow the product range through consumer-led campaigns and innovation. Own the 12-18 month brand plan, delivering against KPIs with full budget accountability. Build a 24-month innovation pipeline, grounded in insight and category drivers. Act as the face of the brand with retailers - presenting brand plans, innovation opportunities and performance updates. Deliver integrated campaigns across PR, digital, shopper and experiential channels. Candidate criteria: Proven experience in brand management within food or drink. Track record of successful product launches or re-launches. Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision making. Comfortable being both strategic and hands-on - owning projects end to end. A collaborative style and proactive approach. What's on offer: A chance to own the full brand journey for a household name. 60K - hybrid working A team of genuine, down to earth, 'go-getters' to work alongside. A business with momentum - and the opportunity to make your mark. Interested? Apply below! If shortlisted, Jordan from MorePeople will be in touch to discuss your application further.
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
Title: Senior Brand Manager (12 Month FTC) Salary: 60K Location: Cambridgeshire Work Pattern: Hybrid We're partnering with a leading food & drink manufacturer who are making exciting changes in the retailer market. As part of their expanding marketing team, they're looking for a Senior Brand Manager to re-launch a flagship product and drive growth in the fast-moving protein drinks category. This is a high-profile role where you'll shape strategy, own execution, and be the face of the brand with retailers. You won't be doing it in isolation either. This is a business that thrives on collaboration, with a supportive team that works cross-functionally to make things happen. Add to that a category that's evolving quickly and a company making bold moves in the retailer market - you've got the perfect platform to bring fresh thinking and leave your mark. Key responsibilities: Lead the brand re-launch, including brand positioning, comms and channel strategy. Grow the product range through consumer-led campaigns and innovation. Own the 12-18 month brand plan, delivering against KPIs with full budget accountability. Build a 24-month innovation pipeline, grounded in insight and category drivers. Act as the face of the brand with retailers - presenting brand plans, innovation opportunities and performance updates. Deliver integrated campaigns across PR, digital, shopper and experiential channels. Candidate criteria: Proven experience in brand management within food or drink. Track record of successful product launches or re-launches. Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision making. Comfortable being both strategic and hands-on - owning projects end to end. A collaborative style and proactive approach. What's on offer: A chance to own the full brand journey for a household name. 60K - hybrid working A team of genuine, down to earth, 'go-getters' to work alongside. A business with momentum - and the opportunity to make your mark. Interested? Apply below! If shortlisted, Jordan from MorePeople will be in touch to discuss your application further.
Senior Brand Manager - 12-Month FTC Location: Cambridgeshire (Hybrid Working - minimum 3 days on-site) Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Sector: FMCG / Food & Beverage Are you a highly collaborative Senior Brand Manager with a passion for innovation, consumer-centricity, and a record of full accountability of building a strong innovation pipeline? A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Brand Manager to join this manufacturing business on a 12-month FTC basis. It offers the chance to re-launch a key product range, drive growth in the protein drinks segment, and build an innovation pipeline aligned with the dynamic "on-the-go" breakfast occasion. You will be responsible for delivering the full brand plan - from strategy to execution - ensuring strong brand performance, effective budget control, and cross-functional alignment across the business. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the re-launch and execution of a breakfast drinks brand, building a robust 'on the go' innovation pipeline. - Drive growth in the protein drinks category through targeted marketing plans, consumer-led campaigns, and innovation. - Build a 24-month innovation pipeline grounded in insight and category trends, working with NPD and cross-functional teams from concept to launch. - Design, implement, and measure a 12-18-month brand plan to achieve KPIs and brand growth targets. - Full accountability for brand budget allocation, monitoring and control, ensuring resources are maximised and ROI is delivered. - Collaborate closely with Category, Sales, Finance, NPD, and Operations to align strategy and delivery. - Act as the face of the brand with key retail partners, presenting innovation plans, marketing campaigns, and performance updates. - Lead the execution of integrated campaigns across digital, PR, shopper, and experiential channels. About You: You're a confident and collaborative marketer with strong commercial acumen, a passion for consumer trends, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver real business results. You bring: - Proven experience in a brand management role within food / beverage industry. - A strong track record of product re-launches, innovation delivery, and performance management. - Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Strong analytical capability - able to interpret data, generate insights, and turn them into actionable plans. - Comfortable being both strategic and hands-on - this is a role where you'll own the end-to-end brand journey. - Integrity - dealing with others in an honest manner, take accountability for actions, supporting company values and maintaining confidentiality. What's on Offer: - High-impact, strategic role on a brand with strong growth ambitions - Opportunity to own full brand responsibility and lead a major product re-launch - Hybrid working with a collaborative, cross-functional team - Competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to make a visible difference in 12 months If you're a brand leader ready to hit the ground running and make your mark in a dynamic and growing category, we'd love to hear from you. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Oct 06, 2025
Contractor
Senior Brand Manager - 12-Month FTC Location: Cambridgeshire (Hybrid Working - minimum 3 days on-site) Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Sector: FMCG / Food & Beverage Are you a highly collaborative Senior Brand Manager with a passion for innovation, consumer-centricity, and a record of full accountability of building a strong innovation pipeline? A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Brand Manager to join this manufacturing business on a 12-month FTC basis. It offers the chance to re-launch a key product range, drive growth in the protein drinks segment, and build an innovation pipeline aligned with the dynamic "on-the-go" breakfast occasion. You will be responsible for delivering the full brand plan - from strategy to execution - ensuring strong brand performance, effective budget control, and cross-functional alignment across the business. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the re-launch and execution of a breakfast drinks brand, building a robust 'on the go' innovation pipeline. - Drive growth in the protein drinks category through targeted marketing plans, consumer-led campaigns, and innovation. - Build a 24-month innovation pipeline grounded in insight and category trends, working with NPD and cross-functional teams from concept to launch. - Design, implement, and measure a 12-18-month brand plan to achieve KPIs and brand growth targets. - Full accountability for brand budget allocation, monitoring and control, ensuring resources are maximised and ROI is delivered. - Collaborate closely with Category, Sales, Finance, NPD, and Operations to align strategy and delivery. - Act as the face of the brand with key retail partners, presenting innovation plans, marketing campaigns, and performance updates. - Lead the execution of integrated campaigns across digital, PR, shopper, and experiential channels. About You: You're a confident and collaborative marketer with strong commercial acumen, a passion for consumer trends, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver real business results. You bring: - Proven experience in a brand management role within food / beverage industry. - A strong track record of product re-launches, innovation delivery, and performance management. - Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Strong analytical capability - able to interpret data, generate insights, and turn them into actionable plans. - Comfortable being both strategic and hands-on - this is a role where you'll own the end-to-end brand journey. - Integrity - dealing with others in an honest manner, take accountability for actions, supporting company values and maintaining confidentiality. What's on Offer: - High-impact, strategic role on a brand with strong growth ambitions - Opportunity to own full brand responsibility and lead a major product re-launch - Hybrid working with a collaborative, cross-functional team - Competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to make a visible difference in 12 months If you're a brand leader ready to hit the ground running and make your mark in a dynamic and growing category, we'd love to hear from you. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Are you a technical leader with a passion for quality and a background in highly automated food manufacturing? We're recruiting for an experienced Technical Manager to join a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in drinks, dairy, or chilled/frozen foods (such as soups or sauces), looking to lead site-wide technical and compliance standards in a modern, automation-led facility. The Role: As Technical Manager, you'll take ownership of quality, food safety, hygiene, and compliance across the site. Reporting to the Group Quality Manager and working as part of the senior site leadership team, you'll lead the site's technical agenda-ensuring it not only meets external and internal standards but drives continuous improvement through process, systems, and culture. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, NPD and R&D to troubleshoot issues, embed standards, and enable smooth product launches. Key Responsibilities: Lead the technical and quality functions across the site, promoting a strong compliance and food safety culture. Oversee site technical standards including HACCP, BRC, GMP, and customer-specific requirements. Drive root cause analysis and resolution for quality, microbiology, and food safety issues. Lead audit readiness and manage site response to third-party, customer, and regulatory audits. Work cross-functionally to support process improvements, automation optimisation, and operational efficiency. Manage risk assessments, technical training, and development of team capability. Act as technical lead for new product introductions, site trials, and scale-up projects. Lead the HACCP team and own technical KPI reporting and governance. About You: Proven technical or quality leadership experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Ideally from a highly automated background-drinks, dairy, soups/sauces or similar. In-depth understanding of BRC, HACCP, GMP, and relevant food legislation. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience of working with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, and NPD. Ideally degree-qualified in food science, microbiology, or a related discipline. What's on Offer: 65,000 - 70,000 salary A comprehensive benefits package A well-invested, modern site with strong backing A culture that supports ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement If you're looking to step into a senior technical role with genuine impact in a well-structured, automation-led food business-apply today. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Are you a technical leader with a passion for quality and a background in highly automated food manufacturing? We're recruiting for an experienced Technical Manager to join a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in drinks, dairy, or chilled/frozen foods (such as soups or sauces), looking to lead site-wide technical and compliance standards in a modern, automation-led facility. The Role: As Technical Manager, you'll take ownership of quality, food safety, hygiene, and compliance across the site. Reporting to the Group Quality Manager and working as part of the senior site leadership team, you'll lead the site's technical agenda-ensuring it not only meets external and internal standards but drives continuous improvement through process, systems, and culture. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, NPD and R&D to troubleshoot issues, embed standards, and enable smooth product launches. Key Responsibilities: Lead the technical and quality functions across the site, promoting a strong compliance and food safety culture. Oversee site technical standards including HACCP, BRC, GMP, and customer-specific requirements. Drive root cause analysis and resolution for quality, microbiology, and food safety issues. Lead audit readiness and manage site response to third-party, customer, and regulatory audits. Work cross-functionally to support process improvements, automation optimisation, and operational efficiency. Manage risk assessments, technical training, and development of team capability. Act as technical lead for new product introductions, site trials, and scale-up projects. Lead the HACCP team and own technical KPI reporting and governance. About You: Proven technical or quality leadership experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Ideally from a highly automated background-drinks, dairy, soups/sauces or similar. In-depth understanding of BRC, HACCP, GMP, and relevant food legislation. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience of working with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, and NPD. Ideally degree-qualified in food science, microbiology, or a related discipline. What's on Offer: 65,000 - 70,000 salary A comprehensive benefits package A well-invested, modern site with strong backing A culture that supports ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement If you're looking to step into a senior technical role with genuine impact in a well-structured, automation-led food business-apply today. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
