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Role
Engineering Team Leader – Leicester – 4 on 4 off days – £52k PA
W Talent is proud to be supporting a well-established organisation operating in the essential services sector, with a strong presence across the UK. The company provides large-scale operational support to clients in healthcare and other regulated industries, ensuring high standards of quality, hygiene, and compliance.
Role and Responsibilities
As a Lead Engineer, you\'ll lead and manage the Engineering Team to deliver functional objectives aligned with the Company Business Plan. You will work closely with Production, Operations, and Technical teams to improve equipment efficiency, develop people, embed lean practices, and ensure full regulatory compliance. You will be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance, as well as leading improvement projects and ensuring a safe working environment.
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, fire regulations, PAT testing, pressure systems, COSHH, RIDDOR, and company policies
* Lead preventative maintenance and address engineering issues impacting production
* Oversee equipment installation, repair, and replacement
* Manage and develop engineering staff and shift engineers
* Deliver and monitor functional budgets with the General Manager
* Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams for machinery and part procurement
* Drive continuous improvement in equipment effectiveness and efficiency
* Support environmental and sustainability initiatives (e.g. WECO usage)
* Maintain relevant certifications (e.g. ISO/EN14065)
* Train staff on new machinery and systems
* Monitor machine availability and performance metrics
Key Requirements
* Qualifications:
o HNC in Engineering or equivalent
o Time-served apprenticeship (electrical/mechanical/steam)
* Experience:
o Proven experience in an engineering leadership role
o Knowledge of regulatory standards such as ISO 9001, 13485, LSAS & EN14065 (Healthcare)
o Budget management and project planning experience
* Skills:
o Strong IT proficiency (MS Office, Project, PowerPoint)
o Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
o Knowledge of utility usage metrics and machine availability tracking
o Effective written and verbal communication
* Attributes:
o Leadership and team management capabilities
o Strong organisational skills
o Ability to grasp technical processes quickly
o Commitment to continuous improvement and lean culture
o Experience or interest in Lean / Six Sigma methodologies
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary £52k PA
* Opportunity to lead a critical function within a healthcare-focused operation
* Professional development and training
* Collaborative and safety-focused working environment
* Chance to shape and improve engineering processes in a market-leading business
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