Job Description
£46,000 per annum | Monday–Friday (Days) + Occasional Nights | Permanent
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Engineer to take ownership of maintenance operations and guide a small technical team. This role combines hands-on engineering with mentoring, offering the opportunity to make a real impact by driving improvements and developing a proactive maintenance culture.
What's on Offer
* £46,000 per annum (£20.24ph equivalent)
* Monday–Friday, 07:00–16:00 (with flexibility; around 10% of time on nights)
* 1 in 3 Sundays required
* 22 days holiday + bank holidays
* Company pension & EAP programme
The Role
1. Lead and support a team of multi-skilled maintenance technicians.
2. Carry out both planned and reactive maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
3. Develop and implement PPM schedules to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
4. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and encourage a development mindset.
5. Liaise with external contractors, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
6. Mentor junior team members, helping to build the right culture within the team.
7. Deputise for the Systems Manager when required.
8. Use CMMS systems and IT tool...