All Locations:
Brackley
All Departments:
Engineering
Display Salary:
up to £48,000 DOE
Contract Type:
Permanent Contract
About the Role:

Who are we, and what do we do?

You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.

We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

About the Role:

Are you passionate about Engineering? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience in Site Services Maintenance and Engineering Compliance?

As an inclusive, forward-thinking business, we take pride in our approach to investing in our facilities across Avara Foods and are looking for a highly competent and motivated Site Services and Compliance Manager to join our Engineering Team, based at our Brackley site.

The role is factory and office based, so you’ll be working in a fast-paced, dynamic FMCG factory environment which is noisy and refrigerated in some areas, manufacturing short shelf-life products where hygiene standards are critical.  As a Site Services and Compliance Manager you’ll be working Monday to Friday, 08.00 – 17.00.

What will you be doing as a Site Services and Compliance Manager at Avara?

As a Site Services and Compliance Manager you’ll Manage a team of up to 9 engineering personnel across a variety of disciplines to support all activities on site. Responsible for the managing the Site Service team, Engineering Stores, Facilities projects and all aspects of Site and Engineering Compliance. Also responsible for the Site Environmental Compliance and Management.

What will your key responsibilities as a Site Services and Compliance Manager include?

  • Managing a team of up to 9 engineering personnel across a variety of disciplines.
  • Responsible for Engineering Compliance and Health & Safety
  • Maintain and update all Compliance documentation
  • Manage Facilities projects for the site
  • Responsible for the management of Engineering Stores; this will include raising purchase orders where necessary
  • Ensure the infrastructure of both the internal and external building and grounds are well maintained and in good state of repair daily
  • Manage D jobs on SPIDEX for fabrication, glass and plastic and health and safety issues
  • Site responsible person for HSB insurance compliance for LOLER and pressure vessels
  • Site responsible person for waste management and ISO 14001; ensuring all documentation is in order
  • Site Environmental responsible person ensuring EMS is managed and site is compliant with all legislation.
  • Lead on ISO 14001 site insurance visits
  • Legionella responsible person for site.
  • Responsible for the day to day management of Ancillary functions (water treatment, water towers, DAF Plant, boilers) as well as air compressors, vacuum pumps, air con, fire alarm/extinguishers, PAT testing, thermal imaging
  • Boiler House Manager for the site.
  • Contractor Management
  • Understanding of engineering and operational KPI’s and be able to identify areas for improvement.
  • Make improvements in general area standards (link to Health & Safety Action Tracker, Technical Action Tracker)
  • Lead for engineering Technical Action Tracker (iAuditor)
  • Identify the training needs of the team in order to coach, train and develop the team to provide the opportunities to fulfil their roles and develop to their potential
  • Review data on equipment efficiency, review PMs and coordinate inclusion of jobs on weekend or daily plans
  • Effective communication and collaboration with other colleagues
  • Develop strong relationships with suppliers and contractors
  • Lead and support improvements projects and initiatives

    What you’ll need to be successful:

  • HNC certification or Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering
  • HND or Bachelor’s Degree Engineering
  • 6+ years of engineering experience
  • Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multi-task and thrive in a timeline-driven environment
  • NEBOSH or IOSH
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work individually or as part of a team
  • Proven planning expertise
  • Proven strengths in building strong relationships with suppliers and contractors
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Dynamic approach to each day.
  • Experience in Engineering Compliance
  • Food manufacturing experience
  • Experience managing projects

The benefits of working for Avara Foods:

As a Site Services and Compliance Manager you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded.

We offer comprehensive training as well as continuous development as you build your long-term career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things, include the following:

  • Up to £48,000 per annum
  • 31 days holiday allowance
  • Secure contract with long term career development opportunities
  • Straight forward pension contribution of 6%
  • Subsidised staff canteen serving hot food
  • Staff shop / staff sales at hugely discounted prices
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounted local gym membership
  • Salaried Advance Finance
  • Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
  • Access to our Employee Benefit Scheme, which includes unlimited remote GP appointments and unlimited mental health sessions, physiotherapy sessions, medical second opinion consultation, and other discounts and perks, such as savings & discounts on weekly costs.

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What happens after you apply for this role?

After you’ve applied, you’ll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer at Brackley site, to discuss your application and CV further. There’ll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role.

If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

INDHP #TheAvaraWay

Internal About the Role:

Are you looking for a new challenge at Avara Foods? Would you like to join the Engineering department as a Site Services and Compliance Manager ?

About the role

Are you passionate about Engineering? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience in Site Services Maintenance and Engineering Compliance?

As an inclusive, forward-thinking business, we take pride in our approach to investing in our facilities across Avara Foods and are looking for a highly competent and motivated Site Services and Compliance Manager to join our Engineering Team, based at our Brackley site.

The role is factory and office based, so you’ll be working in a fast-paced, dynamic FMCG factory environment which is noisy and refrigerated in some areas, manufacturing short shelf-life products where hygiene standards are critical.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 08.00 – 17.00.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance,

Similar to your current role, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop with us in line with career aspirations through personal development

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a team of up to 9 engineering personnel across a variety of disciplines.
  • Responsible for Engineering Compliance and Health & Safety
  • Maintain and update all Compliance documentation
  • Manage Facilities projects for the site
  • Responsible for the management of Engineering Stores; this will include raising purchase orders where necessary
  • Ensure the infrastructure of both the internal and external building and grounds are well maintained and in good state of repair daily
  • Manage D jobs on SPIDEX for fabrication, glass and plastic and health and safety issues
  • Site responsible person for HSB insurance compliance for LOLER and pressure vessels
  • Site responsible person for waste management and ISO 14001; ensuring all documentation is in order
  • Site Environmental responsible person ensuring EMS is managed and site is compliant with all legislation.
  • Lead on ISO 14001 site insurance visits
  • Legionella responsible person for site.
  • Responsible for the day to day management of Ancillary functions (water treatment, water towers, DAF Plant, boilers) as well as air compressors, vacuum pumps, air con, fire alarm/extinguishers, PAT testing, thermal imaging
  • Boiler House Manager for the site.
  • Contractor Management
  • Understanding of engineering and operational KPI’s and be able to identify areas for improvement.
  • Make improvements in general area standards (link to Health & Safety Action Tracker, Technical Action Tracker)
  • Lead for engineering Technical Action Tracker (iAuditor)
  • Identify the training needs of the team in order to coach, train and develop the team to provide the opportunities to fulfil their roles and develop to their potential
  • Review data on equipment efficiency, review PMs and coordinate inclusion of jobs on weekend or daily plans
  • Effective communication and collaboration with other colleagues
  • Develop strong relationships with suppliers and contractors
  • Lead and support improvements projects and initiatives

What do I need to be successful?

  • HNC certification or Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering
  • HND or Bachelor’s Degree Engineering
  • 6+ years of engineering experience
  • Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multi-task and thrive in a timeline-driven environment
  • NEBOSH or IOSH
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work individually or as part of a team
  • Proven planning expertise
  • Proven strengths in building strong relationships with suppliers and contractors
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Dynamic approach to each day.
  • Experience in Engineering Compliance
  • Food manufacturing experience
  • Experience managing projects

Please apply for this internal opportunity via our careers website by clicking the ‘apply’ button below, and a member of the Resourcing Team at your site will be in touch with you soon!

Please make sure that you have discussed this internal opportunity with your Line Manager and that you have made them aware of your application.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.