Engineering Team Leader
8 days ago
Cambridge
Engineer Team Leader Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer ready to take the next step into leadership? Were looking for a technically strong and motivated Engineer Team Leader to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on leadership position where youll lead a small team of engineers, support production and play a key role in improving plant reliability, reducing downtime and maximising OEE. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, youll take responsibility for the day-to-day engineering function on your shift, ensuring equipment is maintained safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Engineer Team LeaderKey Responsibilities • Lead, support and develop a team of Multi-Skilled Engineers., • Coordinate daily engineering resources and prioritise work alongside Production., • Manage and carry out reactive and preventative maintenance to maximise plant uptime., • Provide hands-on support with fault finding, repairs and equipment reliability., • Lead and support Root Cause Analysis and continuous improvement activities., • Assist with the management and supervision of contractors, ensuring safe and professional working practices., • Ensure all engineering work complies with health & safety, Permit to Work, food safety and environmental requirements., • Support the management of engineering spares, inventory and maintenance planning., • Ensure machinery, plant and engineering systems meet relevant legislative requirements., • Coordinate servicing, inspections and planned maintenance, ensuring equipment is safely and hygienically handed back to Production., • Maintain essential site services including boilers, chilled water, compressed air and effluent systems., • Support machinery installations, upgrades, modifications and relocations., • Work closely with Production to reduce losses, improve efficiency and increase equipment performance., • Promote high standards of GMP, housekeeping and clean as you go practices., • Support the achievement of engineering KPIs and departmental objectives. Engineer Team LeaderWhat Were Looking For • Recognised engineering qualification or apprenticeship, ideally electrical with mechanical capability., • ONC, City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification., • Relevant electrical qualifications, with 17th or 18th Edition advantageous., • Strong multi-skilled engineering experience within a manufacturing environment., • Previous experience leading, supervising or mentoring engineers or contractors., • Experience working within a food manufacturing or similarly regulated environment is desirable., • Good understanding of planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, OEE and Root Cause Analysis., • Strong health & safety awareness and understanding of safe systems of work., • Confident working independently, with Production teams and within a wider Engineering function., • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to lead and motivate others., • Good written, verbal and IT skills, with an appreciation of accurate maintenance and safety records. Engineer Team Leader Benefits & Hours of work This is more than just a job its an opportunity to build your leadership career within a supportive and progressive engineering environment. Youll receive: Salary 4 on, 4 off shift pattern, Day shifts starting at 6:00AM, Overtime opportunities, Company pension, Free on-site parking, Discounted or free food, Company events and team activities, Training and development programmes, Genuine career progression opportunities, A supportive environment where your skills and development are valued And more! Ready for Your Next Step? If youre a hands-on Multi-Skilled Engineer with the technical expertise and leadership ability to take the next step, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career, lead a team and make a real impact on engineering performance. Interested? Apply today to find out more. JBRP1_UKTJ