Control Systems Manager

Electrical Controls Systems Manager
Salary: £60,000–£70,000 (DOE)

Love automation? Live for control systems? Want to shape the future of manufacturing tech while leading a team of brilliant engineers? Then this is your playground.

We’re looking for an Electrical Controls Systems Manager to own our automation and controls strategy, drive performance, and mentor the next generation of engineering talent. You’ll make machines smarter, factories safer, and systems faster.

What You’ll Do

• Lead our Automation & Controls strategy and make it real.

• Keep all electrical installations and maintenance fully compliant.

• Guide major projects through hardware and software selection and system integration.

• Turn machine data and AI into actionable performance improvements.

• Share your fault-finding brilliance and teach others how to think like you.

• Mentor engineers and apprentices, building skills and confidence.

• Write policies and procedures that actually make sense and get followed.

What I''m Looking For

• HND or Degree in Automation or Electrical Engineering.

• Experience with automated equipment, ideally in FMCG.

• Top-notch fault-finding skills and a talent for coaching.

• Experience managing electrical controls and standards.

Nice Extras

• Project management experience.

• Deep knowledge of automation and control systems.

• Leadership or mentoring experience.

Why You’ll Love Working There..

We’re independent, proudly British, and obsessed with quality. Our teams make some of the UK’s favourite products, and we do it with over 1700 people who care as much as you do.

Benefits include:

• Competitive holiday allowance

• 7% non-contributory pension

• Life cover and healthcare cashback

• Cycle to work scheme

• Subsidised products and services

• Preferential partner rates

• Annual performance-based bonus

• Learning and development opportunities

The Extra Bit
We run on co-ownership. That means everyone has a stake, everyone has a say, and everyone can shape our future. You’ll connect with our purpose, challenge how things are done, and help make this a brilliant place to work.

Next Steps
Apply now. Don’t wait. Opportunities like this move fast.

Please Note: We cannot provide employment sponsorship at this time.