Senior Technical Manager

Senior Technical Manager– Food Manufacturing

Location: Newtownards, Northern Ireland

Salary: Negotiable

Type: Full -time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We’re working with a well -established, fast -growing ambient food manufacturing business in the Lisburn area as they continue through a period of investment and transformation. They are now seeking a Senior Technical Manager to lead food safety, compliance, and technical standards across the site.

This is a key leadership role with scope to shape the future of the technical function while contributing to site -wide improvements. It would suit an experienced Technical Manager ready to step up, seeking greater ownership and influence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical, Hygiene, QA and Compliance teams on site, building a high -performing and proactive culture
  
• Maintain and develop the site’s Quality and Food Safety Management Systems in line with BRCGS and customer expectations
  
• Ensure compliance with all legal, customer, and internal standards
  
• Lead and prepare for all external audits (including major UK retailers & Food Service)
  
• Drive continuous improvement across quality, systems and hygiene
  
• Support and develop the team through effective coaching and leadership
  
• Champion a culture of food safety and quality across the wider site
  
• Play an active role in site leadership and strategic planning
  

Key Experience

• Senior technical or QA leadership experience in food manufacturing
  
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP, VACCP/TACCP, and UK retailer standards
  
• Experience leading teams and managing 3rd -party audits
  
• Skilled in building relationships across all levels of the business
  
• Proven ability to lead change and support site transformation
  
• Passionate about developing people and driving continuous improvement
  

Why Apply?

• A pivotal leadership role with real influence and autonomy.
  
• Well -established, Ambient food manufacturer.
  
• Direct access to senior leadership and opportunity to help shape strategy.
  
• A chance to lead and develop a strong technical team.