Engineering Project Manager

Location: Frome

Overview: A superb opportunity for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to take ownership of a major capital investment programme within a leading food manufacturing environment. This is a senior-level role where you’ll have the scope, budget and team to deliver real, long-lasting improvements across the factory.

• Proven track record in delivering multiple high-value capex projects (£0.5M+), ideally within FMCG, food or pharmaceutical environments
• Strong engineering background — ideally factory maintenance and projects
• Excellent team leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage a high-performing project engineering team
• Financially astute, with experience managing large capital budgets and business cases
• Effective stakeholder manager — capable of working with senior internal and external partners across planning, operations, design and construction
• Degree in Engineering or a relevant discipline and a recognised project management qualification (desirable)
• Experience with chilled/frozen environments, ammonia refrigeration, or factory automation is a bonus

• Leading the delivery of a £5M+ annual capital investment programme across the factory
• Managing a diverse portfolio of engineering projects — from equipment upgrades to sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency improvements
• Working closely with senior leadership to define strategic project priorities, allocate resources and report progress
• Overseeing the full project lifecycle from scope and specification to installation, commissioning and handover
• Driving continuous improvement, standardising processes and ensuring projects meet high standards of quality, safety and compliance
• Supporting the team with personal development, career objectives and day-to-day problem solving

• A strategic, high-impact leadership role with a respected and stable food manufacturer
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme (up to 25%)
• Company car included
• Excellent benefits including pension, subsidised meals, additional leave purchase options and employee discounts
• Opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking, ethically driven organisation
• A business that’s investing heavily in growth, automation and sustainability — with a clear long-term plan

We’re interested in hearing from experienced Engineering Project Managers, Capex Engineering Leads, Senior Project Engineers or Engineering Managers with a strong background in food, FMCG, or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Applicants should live within commuting distance of Frome, Warminster, Devizes, Chippenham, Bath or be willing to relocate.

If this sounds like the kind of role you’ve been looking for, please send your CV quoting /AHC/1782 or call  for a confidential discussion.