Job Description
Job description A major manufacturer in the Automotive sector are looking for a Maintenance Team Leader to join their state of the art site in the Telford area You will be a robust Team Leader with a strong complete toolbox and leadership experience in a strong technical background & a history in a high volume, fast moving manufacturing process. This is a fantastic opportunity with an industry leader with a true Global presence. The right candidate could come from Automotive, Aerospace, Industrial or any FMCG, continuous moving manufacturing environment. Role: Maintenance Team LeaderShift: Weekend shiftWorking hours: Friday, Saturday & Sunday (05:50am – 18:00)Location: TelfordSalary: £56,888 per annum (inc shift allowance) + pension + benefits + overtime The key responsibilities of the Maintenance Team Leader role will be:
o Ensure equipment availability meets departmental targets across the shift.
o Manage Maintenance Technicians’ holiday schedules in line with company policies, escalating to the Line Manager when required.
o Oversee prompt resolution of plant faults and defects to maintain smooth facility operations.
o Conduct root cause analysis on recurring or major breakdowns, producing reports with recommended improvements.
o Drive continuous improvement by eliminating recurring issues using structured methodologies.
o Coordinate and optimise preventative maintenance (PM) schedules, delegating tasks to ensure KPI compliance.
o Provide technical support to internal stakeholders, including non-breakdown-related issues.
o Ensure full compliance with corporate policies and Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) standards during maintenance activities.
o Attend required training and adhere to company and group standards.
o Implement and promote 5S practices across the work area and wider facility.
o Support the achievement of departmental and organisational objectives.
o Lead by example, promoting company values, culture, and professional standards.
o Manage disciplinary processes and conduct workplace investigations where necessary.
o Oversee performance management processes, including PDRs, PIPs, and absence management.
o Coach, mentor, and conduct annual performance appraisals for team members.
o Support management with ad hoc projects as required.
o Plan and organise shift activities to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
o Lead and delegate tasks effectively across the maintenance team.
o Promote and enforce Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies across the department and site.
o Coordinate and facilitate training and development activities for team members.
The key requirements of the Maintenance Team Lead will be:
o Proven experience within a maintenance or engineering function.
o Time-served apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
o Demonstrated willingness to develop multi-skilled capabilities.
o Ability to effectively delegate tasks to skilled team members.
o Strong report writing and documentation skills.
o Experience in fault diagnosis using hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
o Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel
o Confident in communicating technical information and delivering shift briefings.
o Working knowledge and practical application of 5S methodology.
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