Engineering Manager

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

About the role

The Engineering Manager will provide holistic Engineering input into the design and construction of a new Oral Health manufacturing facility, support FAT and SAT testing of equipment, oversee startup and qualification activities, and transition to daily leadership within the Engineering function. These should be undertaken in-line with the expectations of a high-performance organization; zero accidents, zero defects, and zero waste. The role will be responsible for creating onboarding and training of new Maintenance Technicians and Engineers as per the ramp up schedule of the project, and driving vertical startup to high OEEs whilst coaching and holding their team accountable for performance.

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Key responsibilities

• Design and Engineering of black and clean utilities, process equipment integration, process systems and automation to meet all Haleon and local statutory requirements
• Operations and Maintenance: establish procedures and oversee the operation and maintenance of utilities and process systems. Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Training and onboarding: Shape the future Engineering operating organisation, onboard and upskill them to ensure vertical start-up to the highest benchmark OEEs in the industry.
• Project Management of the Engineering workstream within the new build program from conception through to completion. Coordinate with vendors, contractors and suppliers to meet the project timelines and budget.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all utilities and process systems comply with Haleon, and local statutory requirements / code. Prepare and submit required reports and documentation. Stay updated on changes to regulations and implement necessary adjustments.
• Energy Management
  • Monitor and analyse utility usage to identify opportunities for energy savings.
  • Implement energy efficient technologies and practices to meet LEED certification.
  • Develop and track key performance indicators related to utility efficiency.
• Safety and Risk Management
  • Develop and implement safety protocols for utility system operations.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and audits.
  • Train staff on safe operation and emergency response procedures.
• Technical Support
  • Develop and implement safety protocols for utility system operations.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and audits.
  • Train staff on safe operation and emergency response procedures.

Qualifications and skills

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering within an Oral Health manufacturing environment, preferably overseeing utility systems and facilities management.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering principles and safety regulations.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards.
• Strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Time management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills and ability to effectively engage in multicultural environments.
• Appetite and curiosity for geo-political topics, technological and supply chain innovation, automation sustainability, digital.
• Global mindset, entrepreneurship mindset, business insight, resilient & assertive.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Job Posting End Date

2026-07-22

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

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Note to candidates

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