Capital Projects Engineer

At Weetabix

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

Closing date: 28th July

Interview process: Two Stage Interview Process

Working pattern: Full-time on site at our Burton Latimer site.

We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.

Weetabix is on an exciting growth journey, and many of the opportunities we are recruiting for are newly created roles. These positions reflect our investment in people, capabilities and innovation as we continue to build for the future.

The Recipe (About the Role)

• Designing and effectively implementing capital investment projects, with the guide of the Capital Programme Manager, to ensure Weetabix Capital funds are spent in line with the business’ strategy and requirements.
• Review project targets and define full scope of work, complete Specification requirements for tender submission.
• Complete fair tender process for project proposal and complete T&Cs, manage contract negotiations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and prepare the project Capital Submission CAF, manage the budget and timeline for project implementation.
• Prepare project timeline, manage cross functional stakeholders, plan appropriate window with Manufacturing Manager, Engineering, Cleaning.
• Manage project risks, including schedule, and project conflicts.
• Approve designs, ensuring compliance with legislation (e.g. PUWER, DSEAR) and Weetabix Food Company Standards (e.g. electrical, mechanical, Food Safety, EHS).
• Review and approve RAMS before commencement of work onsite.
• Complete training to manage work onsite, issuing permits to work, managing high risk activities in accordance with legislation and Weetabix policies.
• Prepare and complete CDM health and safety project file.
• Induct contractors and manage health and safety whilst work undertaken onsite. Complete H&S audits. Undertake site EHS audits of the area.
• Conducting regular project reviews and status updates to stakeholders. Prepare monthly project update reports to stakeholders and stage gate progression.
• Liaising with suppliers, contractors and other external parties to facilitate project progression.
• Deliver successful project delivery including management of stakeholders, project team, and effective communication throughout the business.
• Review quality of work completed ensuring it meets the specification and Weetabix standards.
• Complete project closure and summary of benefits and realisations post completion and sign off by relevant bodies for UK legislation.
• Undertake any other duties, consistent with the level of the role, skills and experience, as may be reasonably required to guide the business.