Engineering Team Leader - Nights

Exciting Opportunity: Engineering Team Leader
Location: Attleborough
Salary: £60,000+ Benefits

We are proud to be representing a leading food manufacturer in their search for a Engineering Team Leader This is an outstanding opportunity to join a thriving business, where you'll be responsible for leading a team of skilled engineers in a state-of-the-art facility that supplies top retailers across the UK.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key leadership role within a respected and growing company. The business is committed to investing in both its technology and its people, providing you with the chance to make a real impact while developing your own skills.

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday Nights

What's on Offer:

• A Competitive Salary that acknowledges your expertise.

• Generous Holiday Allowance that goes beyond the standard.
• Robust Pension Scheme for your peace of mind.
• Flexible Working Options to balance your professional and personal life.
• Ongoing Training Opportunities to keep you at the forefront of the industry.
• Complimentary On-Site Parking - say goodbye to parking hassles!
• Exclusive Employee Discounts on a range of products.
• Shopping Discounts to make your hard-earned money go further.

As the Engineering Team Leader, you'll work closely with the Head of Engineering to oversee daily operations, managing a team of engineers and ensuring that machinery and equipment are kept in optimal working condition. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the smooth running of production through effective breakdown response, maintenance scheduling, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of maintenance engineers, fostering a culture of teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Manage day-to-day maintenance activities, including the prioritisation of resources in a fast-paced production environment.
• Respond quickly and efficiently to machinery breakdowns, minimising downtime.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and factory start-up testing.
• Manage external contractors and ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time.

Ideal Candidate:

• Extensive hands-on technical experience, ideally within the food manufacturing or FMCG sector.
• A recognised time-served apprenticeship or relevant qualifications in either mechanical or electrical engineering (minimum NVQ Level 3).
• Knowledge of planned maintenance systems and PPM.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, electrical, and inverter/PC systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise resources effectively.

Next Steps:

If you're an experienced engineer looking for a fresh challenge and the chance to lead a talented team within a fast-paced and innovative environment, we'd love to hear from you. Don't miss your chance to join this forward-thinking company and be part of their exciting growth journey.

Important: Unfortunately, our client cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role. You must have the legal right to live and work in the UK.