Engineering Supervisor
Location: Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire.
Salary: £56,000 per annum (rising to £58,500 per annum after probation).
Hours: Rotating shifts Monday to Friday with weekend OT available. Shifts usually from 5am, 9 hours with an hour paid for lunch. Rotating shift with 2pm until 9 hours for the back shift. One week of early rotating with one week of late.
Responsibilities
Engineering & Maintenance
* Supervise day‑to‑day engineering and maintenance activities across production and utilities.
* Ensure planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules are completed effectively and on time.
* Respond to breakdowns, prioritising actions to minimise production downtime.
* Support fault‑finding and root‑cause analysis on mechanical, electrical and automation issues.
* Ensure all equipment is maintained in line with manufacturer guidelines and site standards.
People Management
* Lead, motivate, and develop a team of engineers on shift.
* Manage breakdowns effectively utilising resources to minimise downtime impact on the business.
* Allocate work, manage shift handovers, and ensure effective communication within the team.
* Support training, coaching, and competency development of engineering staff.
* Promote a positive safety culture and ensure team compliance with site policies.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Ensure all engineering work is carried out in compliance with UK health & safety legislation, including PUWER and LOLER.
* Enforce safe systems of work, including permit‑to‑work and lockout/tagout procedures.
* Support food safety, hygiene and BRC/GFSI standards within engineering activities.
* Participate in audits and inspections as required.
Continuous Improvement & Projects
* Identify and implement opportunities for improving equipment reliability and efficiency.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives such as TPM and lean manufacturing.
* Assist with installation, commissioning and validation of new equipment and projects.
* Monitor maintenance KPIs and contribute to performance reviews.
Skills & Experience
Essential
* Proven experience in a supervisory or senior engineering role within food manufacturing or FMCG.
* Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge.
* Experience with automated production lines and manufacturing equipment.
* Ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
* Good understanding of health & safety and food safety requirements in the UK.
Desirable
* Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
* Electrically biased qualification (17/18th edition etc).
* Experience working with CMMS systems.
* Knowledge of PLC fault‑finding.
* Familiarity with continuous improvement or TPM methodologies.
Personal Attributes
* Hands‑on, proactive approach with strong problem‑solving skills.
* Calm and organised under pressure.
* Strong communication and leadership abilities.
* Committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
Key Skills & Competencies
* High attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
* Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
* Strong team management and communication abilities.
* Effective communication with internal teams.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage time‑sensitive deliveries.
Qualifications & Experience
* Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
* Experience working with CMMS systems.
* Knowledge of PLC fault‑finding.
* Familiarity with continuous improvement or TPM methodologies.
* Proven experience in Engineering within the food industry.
* In‑depth understanding of food safety, hygiene, and traceability requirements.
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