Lead Maintenance Technician Working Location: Guildford / Basingstoke (Site-Based) Contract Type: Permanent Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm Why This Role Stands Out - Leadership role with hands-on involvement - Work on a live operational plant - Mix of maintenance, shutdowns, and improvement work - Strong focus on safety, compliance, and performance - Opportunity to develop and lead a team Key Responsibilities - Lead and supervise a team of technicians and contractors - Drive maintenance performance, safety, and compliance standards - Manage day-to-day maintenance activities, shutdowns, and planning - Work across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems - Use CMMS systems to plan, prioritise, and track work - Support plant improvements and reliability initiatives - Ensure all work meets regulatory and safety requirements - Support reporting, scheduling, and resource planning Requirements - Background in instrumentation or electrical (NVQ / Apprenticeship level) - Experience in a supervisory or lead technician role - Strong knowledge of plant maintenance (mechanical, electrical, C&I) - Experience working in energy, process, or industrial environments - Understanding of ATEX / DSEAR / hazardous areas - Experience with shutdowns, maintenance planning, and CMMS systems - Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Take the nex...