Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday - Days Based
Flexibility Required: Initial flexibility to support occasional night shift cover during onboarding and transition period.
An established and highly respected manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead and support the site engineering function at a busy production facility in Leicestershire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineering professional with strong leadership experience who is looking to join a stable organisation with long-term growth plans and significant investment in operations.
Key Responsibilities
Supervising and supporting a team of maintenance engineers across site operations
Coordinating planned preventative maintenance schedules and reactive maintenance activities
Driving engineering standards, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives
Supporting production teams to minimise downtime and maximise plant efficiency
Assisting with fault finding on a range of mechanical and electrical equipment
Managing contractor activity and ensuring work is completed to site standards
Supporting engineering projects, upgrades, and installation work
Providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineering staff
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience within a Maintenance Supervisor, Engineering Team Leader, or Senior Maintenance Engineer position
Strong background within a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment
Good understanding of both mechanical and electrical maintenance principles
Proven ability to lead teams and prioritise workloads effectively
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Experience working with preventative maintenance systems and continuous improvement activities
Flexible and proactive approach with a strong focus on health & safety
The Opportunity
Days-based Monday to Friday role
Competitive salary of £55,000 per annum
Stable and well-established business
Opportunity to play a key role within the engineering leadership team
Long-term progression and development opportunities available