Location: Windmill Lane
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
Working Hours : Monday to Friday - 07:00 - 15:00 (37.5h/week) - with potential weekend cover and time in lieu
Holiday Entitlement: 33 days including Christmas Day
Competitive Salary and Benefits
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and driven Engineering Team Leader to provide high-quality engineering support and lead a team in delivering reliable, efficient site performance.
This is a hands-on leadership role focused on maximising equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across site operations. You will play a key part in coordinating engineering activities, supporting production, and developing engineering capability within your team.
What You'll Be Doing
Ensure planned preventative maintenance (PPM) is delivered effectively across all plant and equipment
Diagnose and support the resolution of mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime
Monitor plant performance and work with Production to improve efficiency and output
Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and implement long-term fixes to recurring issues
Support site projects, installations, and continuous improvement initiatives
Promote a strong culture of health, safety, and compliance across all engineering activities
Ensure all work is carried out in line with safe systems of work and statutory requirements
Act as Permit to Work Controller, ensuring safe and compliant operations
Maintain audit-ready standards, including GMP and housekeeping (5S)
Lead, coach, and motivate a team of engineers to deliver high performance
Allocate tasks effectively based on priority and business needs
Conduct performance reviews and support development through training and coaching
Manage absence, holidays, and resource planning to ensure adequate cover
Ensure clear communication and effective shift handovers
Monitor KPIs including downtime, PPM compliance, and engineering performance
Analyse data to identify trends and drive improvements
Support the implementation of lean and operational excellence tools
Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities across engineering and utilities
Ensure accurate recording of work, downtime, and parts usage within CMMS
Work closely with Operations to improve productivity and efficiency
Support Operator Asset Care (OAC) programmes
Manage contractors and ensure compliance with site standards
Contribute to site and group projects, including Management of Change processes
What We're Looking For
Experience & Skills
Proven experience in an engineering leadership or supervisory role
Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
Experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team effectively
Good communication and organisational skills
Desirable
Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and automated systems
Experience with CMMS, PPM systems, and RCA processes
Food safety knowledge (HACCP, GMP)
Continuous improvement / lean experience
Qualifications
City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering
Health & Safety Level 2 (minimum)
Additional certifications (e.g. COSHH, Confined Spaces, Ammonia, etc.) beneficial
We are looking for someone who:
Takes ownership and leads by example
Drives a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
Works collaboratively with operations and other departments
Maintains high standards of quality, compliance, and performance
Demonstrates a proactive, “can-do” approach
Why Join Us?
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Free Onsite Parking, Subsidised Canteen, Access to Help@Hand discounts etc
A key leadership role with real impact on site performance and reliability
Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled engineering team
Exposure to a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
Involvement in projects, improvements, and operational excellence initiatives
Strong focus on career development and progression opportunities
Supportive team environment where your expertise and ideas are valued
Be part of a business committed to continuous improvement and engineering excellence
Apply Today and join Pilgrim's Europe at Windmill Lane!
If you're an experienced engineer ready to step into a leadership role and drive performance, apply now and take the next step in your career.
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