Job Description
I'm looking for a mechanically biased individual to join our client's Engineering Support team as a Senior Engineering Leader. Reporting to the Engineering Support Manager, your role will include ensuring the integrity and operational fitness of all mechanical equipment. As a subject matter expert, you will drive local improvements in safety, reliability, and production efficiency across the site.
This role requires a strong understanding of industrial mechanical systems and a proven track record in leading and implementing maintenance improvement programs. Hands-on experience within an FMCG or large-scale manufacturing environment, along with knowledge of RCA, FMEA, and Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) principles, is essential.
Skills and Experience:
* Chartered Mechanical Engineer or equivalent, or extensive experience following a mechanical apprenticeship.
* Familiarity with relevant British Standards for engineering plant, equipment, and best practices.
* Extensive experience in engineering within FMCG or bulk product handling environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain the technical integrity of mechanical plants to ensure compliance with product, process, and system requirements.
* Develop technical specifications for non-routine mechanical breakdown repairs on-site.
* Act as the on-site expert for mechanical maintenance, driving improvements in safety, reliability, and production throughput.
* Oversee and manage statutory and mandatory compliance requirements.
* Ensure site-wide understanding and application of business standards and policies to maintain legal compliance.
* Define technical specifications and testing standards for mechanical maintenance tasks to promote standardisation.
* Support the learning and development of site APU teams through coaching and mentoring, enabling them to achieve their objectives.
* Lead mechanical reliability-centred maintenance initiatives to optimise equipment uptime and reduce operational costs.
* Drive defect elimination initiatives to minimise production downtime.
* Collaborate with cross-business expert groups to standardise approaches and share best practices.
* Uphold the highest health and safety standards and work effectively within the team to ensure safe and efficient operations.
* Lead by example, demonstrating company values and behaviours.
* Provide support and leadership for capital projects.
Working hours:
* Monday to Friday
* 1 in 8 weeks you will work a Saturday shift (you will get this time off in lieu)
* 7:30am - 4pm
Skills & Abilities:
* Proven ability to manage complex and competing priorities across multiple sites.
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-business technical teams to enhance mechanical reliability and cost efficiency.
* Excellent influencing, negotiating, and communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
* Passion for continuous improvement with a drive to expand knowledge and expertise.
* Ability to clearly communicate complex technical information to non-technical colleagues.
* Coaching and mentoring skills to support team development.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CMMS.
Personal Qualities & Behaviours:
* Proactive in driving effective outcomes.
* Commitment to upholding company values.
* Dedicated to maintaining high personal health and safety standards at all times.
* Strong team player, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
Benefits:
* Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
* Contributory pension scheme (up to 10%)
* 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional week
* Salary sacrifice car scheme
* Annual payment for a professional membership
* Employee referral scheme
* Access to various staff discounts
* Ongoing commitment to professional development