About this Capital Projects Engineer role at Weetabix
At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.
Closing date: 28th July
Interview process: Two Stage Interview Process
Working pattern: Full-time on site at our Burton Latimer site.
We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.
Weetabix is on an exciting growth journey, and many of the opportunities we are recruiting for are newly created roles. These positions reflect our investment in people, capabilities and innovation as we continue to build for the future.
The Recipe (About the Role)
Designing and effectively implementing capital investment projects, with the guide of the Capital Programme Manager, to ensure Weetabix Capital funds are spent in line with the business’ strategy and requirements.
- Review project targets and define full scope of work, complete Specification requirements for tender submission
- Complete fair tender process for project proposal and complete T&Cs, manage contract negotiations
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams and prepare the project Capital Submission CAF, manage the budget and timeline for project implementation.
- Prepare project timeline, manage cross functional stakeholders, plan appropriate window with Manufacturing Manager, Engineering, Cleaning.
- Manage project risks, including schedule, and project conflicts
- Approve designs, ensuring compliance with legislation (e.g. PUWER, DSEAR) and Weetabix Food Company Standards (e.g. electrical, mechanical, Food Safety, EHS)
- Review and approve RAMS before commencement of work onsite
- Complete training to manage work onsite, issuing permits to work, managing high risk activities in accordance with legislation and Weetabix policies
- Prepare and complete CDM health and safety project file
- Induct contractors and manage health and safety whilst work undertaken onsite. Complete H&S audits. Undertake site EHS audits of the area
- Conducting regular project reviews and status updates to stakeholders. Prepare monthly project update reports to stakeholders and stage gate progression
- Liaising with suppliers, contractors and other external parties to facilitate project progression
- Deliver successful project delivery including management of stakeholders, project team, and effective communication throughout the business
- Review quality of work completed ensuring it meets the specification and Weetabix standards
- Complete project closure and summary of benefits and realisations post completion and sign off by relevant bodies for UK legislation
- Undertake any other duties, consistent with the level of the role, skills and experience, as may be reasonably required to guide the business
The Ingredients (What we need from you)
Key Know How:
- Recognised Engineering qualification (NVP Level 3 or equivalent) or alternative technical area.
- Use of MS Office particularly Excel, Powerpoint & Word.
- Suitable safety qualifications (e.g. SMSTS, FAAW, IOSH).
- Use of engineering applications, e.g. CAD.
- Experience in engineering/technical roles
- Project management
Good to have:
- NEBOSH
- Project Management qualification
- Working in an FMCG or Construction environment
Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)
Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.
- Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
- 25 days annual leave increasing with service
- Annual Salary review
- Discounted Weetabix products
To support our employees, we also offer:
- Continued investment in your personal development
- Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
- The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
- Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
- Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
- Working Parents Support Group
- Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy
To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: https://careers.weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/
Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.
We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support
