Sofina Foods Europe
Head of Engineering
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Summary
Drive engineering performance and reliability in a high-paced pork production environment.
Additional Benefits
- Car Allowance
- Company Bonus Scheme
- Company Pension Scheme
- Discounted or Free Food
- Enhanced Sick Pay
- Private Medical Insurance
The Role
The Head of Engineering is responsible for leading and coordinating all engineering and maintenance activities across the pork processing site, ensuring that all equipment and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards of performance, reliability, and compliance. This includes managing both corrective and preventative maintenance programmes in line with food safety, Health & Safety, and company regulations.
The role involves close collaboration with production, technical teams, and external suppliers to swiftly resolve equipment issues, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement. The Head of Engineering is also responsible for overseeing the site’s maintenance and calibration schedule, setting and tracking engineering KPIs, and reporting performance to senior leadership.
This site processes pork products and has an abattoir.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead planned shutdowns
- Develop and implement engineering standards and procedures
- Represent the department in cross-functional meetings
- Provide on-call support
- Manage, mentor, and develop the engineering and maintenance team to drive operational excellence across the site
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum HNC/HND engineering qualification or equivalent
- Previous experience working in a similar environment, food production with an abattoir an advantage
- Previous experience in a supervisory role, supervising calibration and repairs on production equipment
- Experience and an in-depth understanding of Maintenance Systems and Quality Systems for a food manufacturing environment, including but not limited to, deviations, root cause analysis, training, and good documentation practices.
- Able to organize own work on a routine basis requiring minimal supervision.
- Able to provide updates and tracking on tasks.
- Good communication skills required, both verbal and written
- A sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation
- Experience with lean manufacturing and TPM methodologies
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Why Sofina Foods?
At Sofina, you’re not just a number - you’re part of a global team that values craftsmanship, growth, and innovation.
Here’s What Sets Us Apart
- Security & Stability: Join a well-established business with over 13,000 employees across Canada and Europe
- Long-Term Growth: We promote from within and offer structured training pathways for career development
- Culture That Cares: From health and safety to personal development, we prioritise people first
- Competitive Pay & Support: Enjoy a strong salary package, contributory pension, and life assurance
- Modern Workplace: Onsite parking, digital benefits hub, and clean, high-standard production facilities
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Company Information
Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.
With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.
Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday, Day Shift
Location
Cookstown, County Tyrone
Hours of Work
Full-time
Company
Sofina Foods
Country Code
GB
AutoReqId
5375BR
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