Head of Engineering

Cardiff CF11

£65-70,000

Commutable from Cardiff, Penarth, Barry, Chepstow, Newport, Bridgend, Pontypridd, Cwmbran, Caerphilly, Llantrisant, Abergavenny, Pontypool

Benefits:-           

• 26 Days + Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Free access to public transport for family
• Death in service
• Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Flu Jab scheme
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay
• Early finish on Friday

Step into a pivotal leadership role where your expertise will keep a high‑performing engineering function running smoothly during a key transition period. With a competitive salary up to £70k and excellent benefits - including free family travel, generous annual leave, and comprehensive wellbeing support - this is an opportunity that truly values its people. You’ll enjoy structured hours, great work-life balance, and the chance to shape either a short‑term impact or a long‑term strategic future. Whether you’re supporting on an interim basis or exploring a permanent move, this role offers stability, variety, and real influence. Join a team entering an exciting phase of growth and make your mark from day one.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Define and implement the engineering strategy to align with business goals and long-term vision.
• Working with facilities management and safety team to drive the development of the maintenance strategy for all site plant, machines and equipment, ensuring continued compliance with the maintenance strategy.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and industry standards.
• Champion continuous improvement and process engineering principles to enhance safety, quality and productivity.
• Develop and implement engineering standards, procedures and improvement initiatives.
• Drive effective service delivery through proactive planning, resource management and performance monitoring.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status.
• Experience of working in an engineering environment - ideally aerospace, aviation, bus, transportation, ex forces
• Leadership qualifications and management experience.
• NEBOSH General.

27562/534m

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy – on 02920 894901 or by sending your CV directly to him at jackl@hunterselection.co.uk