Site Services Manager

New Today

?? Ruskington ?? Working Hours

Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.
- Monday to Friday
- 7am to 4pm Our people really make the difference — and our Site Services team is critical to keeping production running safely, efficiently and compliantly.

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Site Services Manager to lead utilities and facility operations that support high-care food production.

This is a key leadership role within Engineering, responsible for ensuring reliable operation of refrigeration, steam, compressed air, HVAC, effluent and water systems that enable safe production across batter/breading lines, fryers, ovens, blast chillers and packaging areas.

If you're an experienced utilities professional with strong leadership capability and a drive to improve performance, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role As Site Services Manager, you will lead a team of up to 8 engineers, ensuring all site utilities operate efficiently, safely and in compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.

You will play a key role in increasing production efficiency, reducing downtime and driving continuous improvement across site services.

Key Responsibilities: Lead and support the Site Services team, deputising for the Supervisor when required Ensure reliable operation of refrigeration systems, blast chillers and finished goods stores Manage steam systems, hot water supply and compressed air stability Maintain HVAC systems to protect high-risk zoning and prevent contamination Oversee effluent treatment systems and environmental compliance Monitor utilities performance and recommend optimisation improvements Act as Permit to Work Controller (LOTO, hot works, confined space, electrical isolation) Manage contractors across refrigeration, boilers, HVAC and utilities Maintain compliance logs, CMMS records and PM schedules Drive energy monitoring, water efficiency and chemical usage control Lead continuous improvement initiatives across utilities and asset care Ensure detailed shift handovers and strong cross-department communication Support audit readiness standards at all times You will also take responsibility for energy monitoring, water analysis, cooling tower and condenser validation, chemical stock management and cost-saving initiatives.

What We're Looking For Experience in site services or utilities within FMCG or added-value meat production Strong knowledge of refrigeration, steam, compressed air, HVAC and water systems Supervisory experience leading engineering or utilities teams Understanding of HACCP, GMP, BRCGS and food safety compliance Experience managing permit-to-work systems and safe systems of work Strong electrical and mechanical competence Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills Ability to lead investigations and implement corrective actions Positive, proactive mindset with strong communication skills Qualifications (Desirable/Required depending on experience): City & Guilds Level 3 / NVQ or time-served apprenticeship Health & Safety Level 2 BOAS (Boiler Operations) or equivalent L8 Legionella Management Ammonia handling IOSH Confined Space & Working at Height MEWP / Forklift COSHH training What Success Looks Like Accurate CMMS reporting and downtime recording Strong PPM adherence and maintenance quality standards Timely fault response and effective root cause analysis Improved equipment reliability and uptime Proactive improvement implementation High standards of 5S and audit readiness Effective shift handovers and team utilisation Why Join Us? Competitive salary Pension scheme Life assurance Employee benefits platform Ongoing training and professional development Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled utilities team Involvement in major site and group engineering projects A fast-paced environment where your leadership makes a visible impact Ready to Lead from the Front? xbpsjku This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes ownership, leads by example and thrives on improving performance.

If you're passionate about utilities excellence, operational reliability and building high-performing teams, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help us keep production moving safely and efficiently .
Apply
Location:
Sleaford
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

We found some similar jobs based on your search