Head of Technical at HAYS Specialist Recruitment

Position Head of Technical
Posted 10 Aug 2026
Expired 09 Sep 2026
Company HAYS Specialist Recruitment
Location County Fermanagh | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Your new company
An established food manufacturing business in the Fermanagh area is seeking an experienced Head of Technical to lead its food safety, quality and compliance agenda. This is a rare opportunity to join a business with ambitious growth plans and play a key role in shaping technical strategy, driving continuous improvement and strengthening relationships with major customers and external stakeholders. For the right individual, there is potential for the role to develop beyond Head of Technical level.
Your new role
As Head of Technical, you will take full ownership of food safety, legality and quality across the site, ensuring the business consistently delivers against customer, regulatory and industry standards. You will lead the technical function, providing direction and support to the wider technical team while driving continuous improvement initiatives across quality, hygiene and supply chain operations. The role will involve maintaining HACCP systems, overseeing audits and certifications, managing customer relationships, supporting new product development activity and ensuring compliance with key industry standards. You will also play a strategic role in business planning, working closely with senior leadership to drive technical excellence and operational performance.
What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven leadership experience within a senior Technical, Quality or Food Safety role in food manufacturing
  • Strong working knowledge of HACCP, food safety legislation and quality management systems
  • Experience managing customer, retailer and third-party audits, along with the successful close-out of corrective actions
  • Strong understanding of industry standards such as BRC, retailer requirements and supply chain compliance
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships with customers, auditors and regulatory bodies
  • A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to lead teams, influence change and drive technical performance across the business

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to join the senior leadership team and shape the technical direction of the business
  • High-profile role with significant influence across food safety, quality, hygiene and compliance functions
  • Exposure to major customer relationships, retailer standards and strategic business projects
  • Autonomy to drive continuous improvement initiatives and develop technical systems across the operation
  • Potential future progression into a broader multi-site technical leadership position
  • Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of the seniority of the role

What you need to do now
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Skills:
Technical Head of Technical Group Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Quality

Benefits:
Up to £70 000 depending on experience


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Job Info:

  • Company: HAYS Specialist Recruitment
  • Position: Head of Technical
  • Work Location: County Fermanagh
  • Country: GB

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