Technical Director

Technical Director

Caerphilly

£80,000 - £90,000 per annum plus benefits

We are proud to represent our exclusive client in the search for an experienced and driven Technical Director to join their leadership team. This is a pivotal role, ideally suited to a food industry professional with a strong technical and compliance background who is passionate about fostering a culture of food safety and quality excellence.

As Technical Director, you will be responsible for leading technical, quality, and compliance functions ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and internal standards. This is a unique opportunity to shape the company's strategic direction on quality while supporting its continued growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the technical, quality assurance, and compliance teams.
• Embed a high-performance food safety culture across the business.
• Oversee and implement quality assurance policies, systems, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with BRCGS, UK & EU food regulations, and customer-specific standards.
• Represent the business during audits and customer engagements.
• Support technical audits and ensure robust traceability and recall systems.
• Report technical metrics and compliance to the Managing and Operations Directors.
• Collaborate across departments to support company-wide projects and deadlines.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven leadership in a technical or compliance role within the Food Manufacturing or Food Service industry.
• HACCP Level 4 and Food Safety Level 4 qualifications.
• ILM Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management.
• Lead Auditor certification.
• TACCP/VACCP qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of RSPO, Red Tractor, and customer Codes of Practice.
• Extensive experience with BRCGS standards and UK/EU regulatory frameworks.
• This is more than a job it's a chance to lead from the front and make a lasting impact on a respected and forward-thinking food business.

Apply now to learn more about this exceptional opportunity.