Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager – Dagenham

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping a more sustainable future? At ReFood, we’re not just recycling food waste we’re turning it into renewable energy, heat, and nutrient-rich fertiliser that supports local farms. Our Dagenham site is part of a nationwide network helping businesses reduce their environmental impact and make a real difference.

We now have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join our team. This is your chance to play a key role in keeping our cutting-edge facility running smoothly, leading a dedicated team, and driving forward projects that matter for our people, our business, and our planet.

Why join us?

At ReFood, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking, growing business that invests in its people. We’ll support your professional development, provide training to help you reach your potential, and give you the platform to take your career to the next level.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading and inspiring our engineering and maintenance teams to deliver results.
• Making sure our site is safe, compliant, and operating at its best.
• Organising maintenance schedules, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Driving efficiency by identifying root causes of downtime and solving problems before they happen.
• Managing budgets, assets, and reporting to keep everything aligned with our goals.

What we’re looking for

• A solid background in engineering, ideally with HNC/HND qualifications (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, with supervisory or management experience.
• A confident decision-maker with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, process-driven environment and enjoys leading from the front.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Monday–Friday working pattern (40 hours per week).
• Training and development tailored to your career.
• The chance to make a positive environmental impact every single day.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise, ideas, and leadership skills to a company that’s truly making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now

Send your CV to: (url removed).

Please note: due to high volumes of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.