Overview
Mechanical Team Lead
Are you a natural leader who thrives on developing people, improving processes and making a visible impact? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a Mechanical Team Lead role where you'll shape a strong maintenance team, elevate engineering standards, and directly influence machine performance across a major manufacturing operation.
This isn't a tools‑in‑hand position—it's about leadership, planning, coaching and owning the performance of your team. You'll work closely with an experienced Electrical Lead and manage a capable group including mechanics, apprentices and a chargehand. If you enjoy creating structure, driving accountability, and seeing improvements stick, this role is built for you.
Responsibilities
* Leading and developing a mechanical maintenance team
* Driving machine uptime, reliability and maintenance quality
* Owning all planning & scheduling activities
* Coaching, mentoring and building a high‑performance culture
* Elevating safety, hygiene and compliance across your area
* Spearheading continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
What’s in It for You
* A strong, competitive package with genuinely attractive benefits, including:
* 10% bonus (20% stretch)
* 26 days holiday + bank holidays
* Private Medical Insurance - single, couple or family cover available
* Life Assurance: 6× salary
* Pension with up to 8% company contribution
* Group Income Protection - up to 3 years at 50% salary
* Discount platform + subsidised gym membership (£10 gross, with heavily discounted local gym options)
* Bike to Work Scheme up to £2,500
This is a role where your leadership genuinely moves the needle - and you're rewarded well for it.
Who We’d Love to Speak To
You don't need every box ticked. If you've led people, understand reactive maintenance environments, and want to grow in a role where structure, development and performance matter, you'll fit right in.
Job Info
* Job Title: Mechanical Team Lead
* Company: Manpower
* Location: Carlisle, Cumbria
* Competitive
* Posted: Feb 6th 2026
* Closes: Mar 9th 2026
* Sector: Manufacturing & Surveying
* Contract: Permanent
* Hours: Full Time
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