My job Engineering Team Leader Location: Grantham Department: Engineering Reports to: Maintenance Manager About the Role We are looking for a proactive and experienced Engineering Team Leader to guide and support our on-shift engineering team and ensure safe, effective and efficient production operations. You will play a crucial role in maintaining site uptime, driving engineering standards, and supporting the wider business in achieving operational performance targets. As a key member of the Engineering function, you will lead by example, promote continuous improvement, and contribute to departmental KPIs that align with the site's mission, vision and values. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Lead the on-shift Engineering team to ensure prompt resolution of plant issues and defects using best engineering practice. Ensure effective escalation of engineering issues in line with departmental procedures. Deliver clear and accurate end-of-shift handovers, sharing progress, completed tasks and outstanding actions with the incoming Team Leader. Support the execution of PPM tasks and planned engineering activities to enhance equipment reliability and uptime. Monitor equipment performance and contribute to preventative strategies using tools such as 5 Whys and RCA. People Management & Development Organise, guide and mentor team members (including apprentices) to deliver high engineering standards. Support absence management processes, holiday planning and temporary cover arrangements. Provide coaching and mentoring to develop technical capability across the shift team. Ensure all training, skills matrix records and mandatory training requirements are kept up to date. Promote high levels of engagement and a positive team culture within your shift. Safety, Standards & Compliance Ensure all engineering work complies with legislative requirements, company safety policies and safe systems of work. Complete Risk Assessments and ensure safe working conditions for employees, contractors and visitors. Issue permits to work for high-risk activities and ensure contractor RAMS compliance. Maintain engineering workshop standards and ensure 'Clean as You Go' principles and 5S audit actions are followed. Ensure full tool control compliance through team adherence and supervisory checks. Performance, Quality & Administration Support cost-control activities and contribute to overhead savings where possible. Ensure accurate reporting and stock control of spare parts, working with the Engineering Stores team. Manage work orders within SAP/PMS and uphold engineering documentation standards. Attend relevant production and operations meetings to provide engineering updates and agree follow-up activities. Contribute to environmental improvement initiatives, including waste reduction and recycling. Measurable Outputs Reduction of engineering-related downtime. Delivery of planned engineering activities against shift KPIs. Effective management of team time, holidays and shift cover. Accurate SAP man-hour utilisation aligned to department targets. Up-to-date training and compliance documentation. Achievement of Health, Safety & Environmental KPIs. Prompt completion of QUOR actions, investigations and corrective measures. Positive engagement scores and improved team performance. Skills, Qualifications & Experience Essential Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience). Experience working with processing equipment and engineering/operational standards. Proven experience in both mechanical and electrical disciplines. Previous supervisory or team-leading experience in a multi-skilled engineering environment. Competent in Microsoft Office applications. Working knowledge of SAP and PMS systems. Experience issuing permits to work and understanding safe systems of work. Strong organisational, prioritisation and problem-solving skills. High personal integrity, fairness and professionalism. Logical, pragmatic and flexible approach to work. Desirable Experience coaching and developing others. Familiarity with social media for internal communication or engagement purposes. The company Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets. Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products. Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses. What we'll bring to the table Competitive Salary Competitive Holiday Entitlement Pension Contribution Family Friendly Policies Learning and Development Opportunities Life Assurance People matter Previous Next Our values Determination Simplicity Availability Humility Discipline Sincerity Ownership