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We are looking for an experienced Engineering Team Leader to join a well-established manufacturing company in Ossett. This hands-on role involves leading a team of engineers on shift, ensuring high standards of maintenance and reliability across the site.
Role Details:
Job Title: Engineering Team Leader
Location: Ossett
Salary: 52,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts (mix of days and nights)
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Management
Lead and coordinate a team of engineers to support production operations.
Ensure all maintenance tasks are completed efficiently to meet key performance targets.
Coach and develop team members to improve safety, fault diagnosis, and resolution skills.
Plan and allocate resources to maximise efficiency and minimise downtime.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis and lean manufacturing.
Enforce compliance with safety, quality, and maintenance procedures.
Hands-On Maintenance & Technical Support
Carry out reactive and planned maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.
Diagnose and resolve faults on production machinery.
Assist with the development of preventative maintenance systems.
Ensure minimal engineering downtime and high production line availability.
Manage maintenance tools, stores, and spare parts effectively.
Requirements:
Previous experience working in a manufacturing/FMCG environment.
Time-served apprenticeship in an engineering discipline.
Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
PLC fault-finding experience (desirable).
Previous leadership experience is beneficial but not essential.
What's in it for you?
23 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays).
Matched pension scheme upto 10%
Discounts and cashback on major retailers.
Career development and training opportunities.
Employee well-being support and team events.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take the next step into leadership while remaining hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
If you feel this is of interest please send your CV directly to dan at Daniel.Rose @ (url removed) or call for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed)
