An exciting opportunity within our Maintenance Department for a Mechanical Supervisor to join our team at the Chirnside Plant.
Position Type
Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
The Role
We are seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to lead and support our mechanical maintenance team, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of maintenance and engineering activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise the mechanical team (shift techs, day techs, apprentices, and contractors) to ensure safe, high-quality work.
* Drive safety and compliance with all company standards, legislation, and codes of practice.
* Plan, coordinate, and oversee all preventative, corrective, and shutdown maintenance activities.
* Maintain a four-day rolling work plan and ensure timely completion of work orders in MX.
* Conduct regular site H&S checks and ensure accurate documentation and record keeping.
* Support and develop team members through training, guidance, and performance reviews.
* Manage workload, attendance, and performance issues in collaboration with HR.
* Attend weekly site meetings and communicate progress with site representatives.
* Collect and report monthly mechanical downtime data, driving continuous improvement.
* Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with Ahlstrom’s standards.
* Balance office-based planning with hands‑on engineering support as required.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
* Time-served mechanical engineer or equivalent technical qualification (HNC/HND desirable).
* Proven experience in a supervisory or team‑leader role within a manufacturing, process, or industrial environment.
* Strong understanding of mechanical maintenance practices, health & safety legislation, and reliability‑centered maintenance principles.
* Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Proficiency in maintenance management systems (e.g., MX or similar CMMS).
* Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
What we offer
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Service awards
* Employee assistance programme
* Company events
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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Location: Duns, Scotland, United Kingdom
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