Engineering Team Leader
Shift Pattern: Panama Days (5:15am - 5:15pm)
Average of 3-4 shifts per week
Role Overview
Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Engineering Shift Team Leader to join their site in Poole. This days-only position operates on a Panama shift pattern and is critical to supporting food manufacturing operations.
Reporting into the Engineering Leadership Team, you will ensure plant and equipment operate at peak performance. From routine maintenance to fast-paced troubleshooting, you'll be responsible for keeping production running smoothly and safely, while driving standards in engineering excellence and food safety.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone who thrives in a supportive and challenging environment - and is ready to step up and lead when needed.
Benefits
1. Competitive salary
2. 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
3. Online and high-street discount scheme
4. Employee well-being and community support groups
5. Team events and charity initiatives
6. 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid
7. Inclusive and supportive workplace culture
Key Responsibilities
8. Always operate in line with SHE policy and engineering safety procedures
9. Conduct risk assessments and follow Permit to Work and RAMS protocols
10. Monitor contractor compliance with site standards and GMP
11. Ensure engineering work meets Quality and Food Safety procedures
12. Complete intervention documentation and maintain clean, audit-ready workshops
13. Operate and maintain the CMMS for production and site services
14. Perform autonomous, preventative, and predictive maintenance routines
15. Lead reactive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting
16. Escalate issues and provide on-call support as needed
17. Attend technical training and support onboarding of new team members
18. Deliver one-point lessons to operators on key equipment
19. Identify and lead engineering improvement initiatives
20. Collaborate with production to resolve root causes and improve asset performance
21. Step in to cover Engineering Leaders as needed
22. Delegate tasks, attend meetings, and report on engineering activity
23. Follow complex electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical diagrams
24. Keep drawings and versions updated with accurate change control
Requirements
25. Strong technical knowledge in engineering maintenance and systems
26. Proficient in electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics
27. Competent user of CMMS systems and maintenance documentation
28. Logical thinker with excellent fault diagnosis ability
29. A proactive, positive team player with strong organisational skills
30. Experience in food manufacturing or fast-paced production environments preferred
31. Leadership capability and willingness to step up when needed
32. Passionate about high standards, continuous improvement, and doing things right the first time