Mechanical Supervisor – 12-Month FTC (Potential to Go Permanent)
Location: Barrow upon Humber
Salary: £55,000 + Tonnage Bonus + Overtime
Hours: 12-hour shifts | 180-hour monthly contract (overtime paid over this)
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Engineering Manager in day-to-day operations of the mechanical team
* Split role: 50% hands-on with machinery / 50% team leadership and coordination
* Lead, train, and develop the engineering team to meet performance and safety goals
* Oversee and improve planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules
* Work with and support external contractors on-site
* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety policies, driving a culture of safety across the site
* Contribute to site improvements and integration of new mechanical systems
* Take ownership of conveyor systems and automated processes (bulk terminal operation)
About You:
* Experienced Mechanical Supervisor (or similar) from a heavy industrial/engineering environment
* Strong mechanical knowledge – conveyors, belt systems, automated machinery
* Hands-on and comfortable leading from the front
* Health & Safety focused – committed to driving safety improvements
* Confident, resilient, and not afraid to challenge the norm
* Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with the ability to drive change
* Flexible to support shift and weekend work as needed
What’s in It for You?
* £55,000 salary
* Tonnage bonus
* Overtime paid (hours over 180/month)
* Matched pension contributions (up to 10%)
* Generous annual leave allowance
* Clear opportunities for development and progression
* Access to training and upskilling programmes
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Potential to go permanent after 12-month FTC
If this sounds like you or if you have any questions, reach out to me on the details below or click apply today.
To Contact Directly:
Zoe Murray
Senior Executive Consultant
📞 Phone: 0151 209 2050
📧 Email: zoe.murray@aspion.co.uk