Mechanical Lead Engineer
Mechanical Lead Engineer
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£45000 - £50000/annum
Category
Engineering
Job Description
Mechanical Shift Lead
Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE
Hours: Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 17:00
Call Out: Not initially required, but may be introduced over time
We are currently looking for a Mechanical Shift Lead to join our team and oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy site. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone technically minded who can support and guide a team while ensuring the smooth running of maintenance operations.
Responsibilities:
* Leading a team of Mechanical Engineers
* Supporting and covering for the Mechanical Manager when required
* Overseeing planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and reactive repairs
* Carrying out spot checks within plant rooms and associated areas
* Managing day-to-day engineering duties and ensuring issues are resolved promptly
* Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with risk assessments and site procedures
* Ensuring all documentation and compliance paperwork is completed accurately
* Maintaining high standards across all maintenance operations
Experience
* Strong technical/mechanical understanding
* Previous experience leading or supervising engineers is desirable
* Open to candidates with plumbing or electrical qualifications/backgrounds
* Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Health & Safety awareness essential
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role within a stable Monday–Friday position