Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday An exciting opportunity has arisen within our clients Maintenance Department for a Mechanical Supervisor to join the team at the Chirnside Plant. The Role: We are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to lead and support our mechanical maintenance team, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of maintenance and engineering activities. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional safety and quality leadership, act as a role model for others, and drive continuous improvement across all aspects of mechanical operations. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, your key responsibilities will include: Lead and supervise the mechanical team (shift techs, day techs, apprentices, and contractors) to ensure safe, high-quality work. Drive safety and compliance with all company standards, legislation, and codes of practice. Plan, coordinate, and oversee all preventative, corrective, and shutdown maintenance activities. Maintain a four-day rolling work plan and ensure timely completion of work orders in MX. Conduct regular site H&S checks and ensure accurate documentation and record keeping. Support and develop team members through training, guidance, and performance reviews. • Manage workload, attendance, and performance issues in collaboration with HR. Attend weekly site meetings and communicate progress with site representatives. Collect and report monthly mechanical downtime data, driving continuous improvement. Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with Ahlstrom’s standards. Balance office-based planning with hands-on engineering support as required. Skills, Experience and Qualifications: Time-served mechanical engineer or equivalent technical qualification (HNC/HND desirable). • Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a manufacturing, process, or industrial environment. Strong understanding of mechanical maintenance practices, health & safety legislation, and reliability-centered maintenance principles. Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Proficiency in maintenance management systems (e.g., MX or similar CMMS). Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. What we offer: ✓ Competitive salary ✓ Generous pension scheme ✓ Cycle to Work scheme ✓ Service awards ✓ Employee assistance programme ✓ Company events Please apply with your CV in the first instance