?? Engineering Team Leader (Shift)
?? Location: Westerleigh
?? Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off / rotating shifts days and nights
We're looking for an experienced Engineering Team Leader to lead and support a team of engineers in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on role where you'll drive performance, minimise downtime, and ensure high standards across safety, quality, and engineering delivery.
?? Key Responsibilities
Lead, coach and develop a team of engineers on shift
Provide technical support to resolve and prevent breakdowns
Ensure all PPMs, work orders and breakdowns are completed and closed out
Work closely with production during start-up and daily operations
Maintain high standards of health & safety, hygiene and food safety
Ensure accurate system updates (Holistech) for all work completed
Deliver shift reports and effective handovers
Drive continuous improvement and reduce downtime and costs
Maintain audit-ready engineering areas and strong housekeeping standards
? Essential Criteria
Recognised qualification in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering
Strong multi-skilled engineering knowledge (electrical & mechanical)
Experience leading or supporting a team in a manufacturing environment
Good IT skills (Holistech or similar systems)
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering results
Ability to work shifts and adapt to business needs
? Desirable
Experience within an FMCG or chilled food environment
Previous experience in a shift leadership role
?? About You
Proactive, self-motivated and a strong team player
Able to drive performance and ensure closure of all tasks
Excellent communicator with a hands-on approach
Committed to continuous improvement and personal development
?? What You'll Get
Opportunity to lead a high-performing engineering team
Work in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
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