Head of Technical

We're seeking an experienced Head of Technical to take a pivotal, strategic leadership role within our dairy business. This is a senior position with real influence over day to day and long-term performance on our site in terms of food quality and safety. Job Type: Head of Technical Hours: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £85,000 per annum, plus attractive benefits package Location: Redruth, Scorrier

This is a very exciting time to join the business as we implement our ambitious growth plans and introduce new product ranges. You'll lead and motivate the Technical team to deliver exceptional food safety, quality and compliance, while actively contributing to short- and medium-term business plans as well as the 3-year strategic business plan. As the site's technical authority, you'll be a trusted advisor to the leadership team, customers and regulators, balancing quality, cost and production demands in a fast-paced environment.

• Degree in Food Science (or equivalent experience) with formal management training
• Proven experience leading a technical team in dairy manufacturing
• Advanced HACCP and food hygiene knowledge
• Strong understanding of food legislation and quality systems
• Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder and customer-facing skills
• Commercially aware, data-driven and comfortable leading change

• Lead the technical function, driving standards for food safety, quality and compliance
• Own and develop the Quality Management System
• Lead all external audits and maintain a robust internal audit programme
• Provide technical leadership to NPD, change initiatives and strategic projects
• Build strong relationships with customers, auditors and regulatory bodies
• Drive continuous improvement, risk management and cost efficiency
• Develop, coach and inspire a high-performing technical team
• Champion health & safety and a positive site wide culture

This is an opportunity to play a defining role in a respected dairy business - influencing strategy, setting standards and leaving a lasting impact on quality, culture and performance.

Ready to lead from the front? We'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and covering letter to

Closing date for applications is Thursday 12 February 2026.

We are an equal opportunities employer.