Overview

Project Engineer – Burton Latimer, Kettering

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.

Help shape the future of Weetabix by designing and delivering capital investment projects that drive our business forward, ensuring investment is focused, responsible, and aligned with our strategic priorities.

Closing date: 26th November 
Interview process: Teams followed by face to face
Working pattern: You’ll spend three days a week in the office, creating great opportunities to collaborate, strengthen team connections and build high‑impact working relationships face to face.

We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe

  • Define project scope, specifications and tender requirements.
  • Lead fair tender processes, supplier selection and contract negotiations.
  • Prepare capital submissions and manage project budgets, timelines and delivery.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support effective project implementation.
  • Identify and manage project risks, priorities and delivery challenges.
  • Ensure designs and project activity meet relevant safety, food and legal requirements.
  • Manage safe on-site delivery, including Risk Assessments and Method Statements, permits, contractor inductions and audits.
  • Manage suppliers and contractors, ensuring work meets agreed specifications and quality standards.
  • Provide clear project updates, reporting and stage-gate reviews.
  • Lead project closure, benefits realisation and required regulatory sign-off.

The Ingredients

Key Know How:
  • Recognised Engineering qualification (NVQ) Level 3 or equivalent
  • Experience in engineering/technical roles. 
  • Competent use of MS Office particularly Excel, Powerpoint Word. 
  • Suitable safety qualifications (e.g. SMSTS, FAAW, IOSH). 
  • Competent use of engineering applications, e.g. CAD. 
Nice to have: 
  • NEBOSH
  • Project Management qualification
  • Experience 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.

  • Annual bonus
  • Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
  • 25 days annual leave increasing with service
  • Annual Salary review
  • Healthcare plan
  • Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:
  • Continued investment in your personal development
  • We believe in balance, whether it’s for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
  • 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: 

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

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