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.
Location: Grantham
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
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.
Essential
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
* 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.
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