Overview
Mechanical Team Lead
Are you a natural leader who thrives on developing people, improving processes and making a visible impact? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a Mechanical Team Lead role where you'll shape a strong maintenance team, elevate engineering standards, and directly influence machine performance across a major manufacturing operation.
This isn't a tools‑in‑hand position—it's about leadership, planning, coaching and owning the performance of your team. You'll work closely with an experienced Electrical Lead and manage a capable group including mechanics, apprentices and a chargehand. If you enjoy creating structure, driving accountability, and seeing improvements stick, this role is built for you.
What You\'ll Be Doing
* Leading and developing a mechanical maintenance team
* Driving machine uptime, reliability and maintenance quality
* Owning all planning & scheduling activities
* Coaching, mentoring and building a high‑performance culture
* Elevating safety, hygiene and compliance across your area
* Spearheading continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
What\'s in It for You
* A strong, competitive package with genuinely attractive benefits, including:
* 10% bonus (20% stretch)
* 26 days holiday + bank holidays
* Private Medical Insurance - single, couple or family cover available
* Life Assurance: 6× salary
* Pension with up to 8% company contribution
* Group Income Protection - up to 3 years at 50% salary
* Discount platform + subsidised gym membership (£10 gross, with heavily discounted local gym options)
* Bike to Work Scheme up to £2,500
Who We\'d Love to Speak To
You don\'t need every box ticked. If you\'ve led people, understand reactive maintenance environments, and want to grow in a role where structure, development and performance matter, you\'ll fit right in.
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