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Site Services Team Leader
Location: Spalding
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Engineering Manager
Employment Type: Permanent Mon-Fri
Purpose of the Role:
To deputise for the Site Services Senior Supervisor and provide technical support to the Site Services team. This includes overseeing the maintenance and operation of critical site infrastructure such as boilers, refrigeration, utility supplies, air compressors, air handling systems, pipework, and effluent plant. The role also supports factory start-ups and ensures engineering standards are upheld.
Key Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate the Site Services engineering team to ensure timely completion of job sheets and PPMs.
Attend daily engineering meetings to report on Site Services KPIs and escalate unresolved issues.
Maintain audit readiness and ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date.
Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Hygiene policies.
Manage and close out equipment failures, work orders, and PPM tasks.
Record all parts usage and job completion in Holistech.
Take and log meter readings regularly.
Maintain housekeeping standards in all plant rooms and associated areas.
Develop and update Engineering SSOWs and SOPs.
Complete corrective maintenance sheets and ensure food safety standards are met.
Monitor and manage contractor activities, including issuing permits and compliance checks.
Audit tools and equipment, ensuring paperwork is completed and submitted.
Monitor chiller temperatures in collaboration with the Site Services Manager.
Promote teamwork across Engineering and other departments.
Respond promptly to issues to minimise downtime and maintain efficiency.
Share knowledge and support team development.
Apply risk assessment techniques to ensure safety of plant, equipment, and personnel.
Support a culture of safety, quality, and environmental awareness.
Maintain flexibility to adapt to shift patterns as required by the business.
Ensure spare parts for Site Services assets are stocked and notify stores when reordering is needed.
Skills & Knowledge: Proven ability to lead a small engineering team and manage daily operations.
Strong understanding of engineering principles; experience in FMCG chilled environments preferred.
Good aptitude in both electrical and mechanical engineering.
Team-oriented, adaptable, and self-motivated.
Demonstrated ability to close out tasks and resolve issues effectively.
Competent in IT systems; Holistech experience preferred.
Proactive in personal development and learning.
Willingness to attend training courses and engage in PDP processes.
Qualifications & Training: BOAS Qualification (Boiler Operation Accreditation Scheme)
Asbestos Awareness Certification
Familiarity with refrigeration plant operations
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
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Our values
Determination
Simplicity
Availability
Humility
Discipline
Sincerity
Ownership
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