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Head of Technical – Food Manufacturing

Location: Belfast area, Northern Ireland

Salary: Negotiable

Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We’re working with a well-established, fast-growing food manufacturing business in the Belfast area as they continue through a period of investment and transformation. They are now seeking a Head of Technical 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 either an experienced Technical Manager ready to step up or a current Head of Technical 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)

* 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, privately-owned business with growth ambitions

* Direct access to senior leadership and opportunity to help shape strategy

* A chance to lead and develop a young technical team through a key period of change