Controls System Manager
1 day ago
Wakefield
Controls Systems Manager Wakefield | £60,000 + Bonus | Monday to Friday Are you an experienced Controls Systems professional looking for your next challenge? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading food manufacturing business in the Wakefield area. Due to internal growth and a wealth of investment across the site, we are now looking to appoint a Controls Systems Manager to strengthen the engineering team and help drive the business forward. As Controls Systems Manager, you will: • Lead and manage all aspects of site control systems and automation., • Ensure PLCs, SCADA systems, and HMIs are effectively maintained and optimised., • Support ongoing site investment projects and play a key role in modernisation initiatives., • Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Technical teams to minimise downtime and improve plant reliability., • Drive continuous improvement in control systems to support operational excellence., • Manage external contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with site and industry standards. We’re looking for someone who has: • Proven experience working in a Controls/Automation role within manufacturing (food/FMCG experience is desirable)., • Strong knowledge of PLC programming and fault finding (Siemens, Allen Bradley, or similar)., • Experience leading projects and working with cross-functional teams., • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, hands-on approach., • The ability to manage contractors and liaise with suppliers effectively. If you’re passionate about controls systems and want to make an impact in a modern, forward-thinking manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you. 📩 Apply today or contact us directly for a confidential conversation.