Our client is a leading manufacturer renowned for excellence at their fully automated site, delivering consistent and high-quality food for over 40 years.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

As an Engineering Team Leader, you will lead a team of 2 engineers while remaining hands-on (approx. 80% on the tools). You’ll be responsible for ensuring smooth shift operations, delivering preventative maintenance, and responding to breakdowns across a wide range of production and packaging machinery. This role offers a clear progression path into Maintenance Management within 2–3 years.

Key duties include:

• Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults

• Leading daily shift maintenance activities and problem-solving

• Overseeing PPM schedules and ensuring compliance with safety regulations

• Supporting installations, improvements, and production efficiency

• Coaching and supervising team members

The ideal candidate will have:

• Electrical bias and strong diagnostic/fault-finding skills

• NVQ Level 3 or completed engineering apprenticeship

• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environments

• Excellent communication and people management skills

• A clear drive to progress into a Maintenance Manager role

Desirable Skills:

• PLC fault-finding (Siemens/Allen Bradley) and HMI reset experience

• Familiarity with a wide range of production machinery, including:

Mixers, extruders, ovens, forming/cutting equipment
Packaging systems, conveyors, pneumatic/hydraulic systems
Electrical systems: 3-phase, inverters, control panels, sensors

• Compliance with 17th/18th Edition IET Regulations

• Experience in leading root cause analysis and continuous improvement

Benefits include:

• Long-term progression into Maintenance Management

• Supportive environment with development opportunities

• Be part of a close-knit team with visible impact

• £1.5 million recent site investment

• Exposure to advanced machinery and systems across a modern facility

If you believe you are a great fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!