Maintenance Team Leader - Food Plant (12h Shifts)

Agrial Co-op; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Lichfield is seeking a Maintenance Engineering Team Leader to oversee a shift team of engineers. The role requires hands-on electrical and mechanical expertise, with a focus on motivating the team and ensuring efficient equipment repair and maintenance. The ideal candidate will have prior team leadership experience and knowledge of preventative maintenance in a food production setting. This position offers a salary of £56,000 per annum and opportunities for personal development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance: 3x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

23 days annual leave

Learning and Development opportunities

Employee discount platform

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a team in a busy environment.
• Technical hands-on experience in engineering.
• Good knowledge of both electrical and mechanical aspects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of engineers.
• Ensure routine servicing and repairs on production equipment.
• React quickly to equipment breakdowns.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Preventative Maintenance

Breakdown Response

Education

Relevant technical qualifications (minimum NVQ Level 3)

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in Lichfield is seeking a Maintenance Engineering Team Leader to oversee a shift team of engineers. The role requires hands-on electrical and mechanical expertise, with a focus on motivating the team and ensuring efficient equipment repair and maintenance. The ideal candidate will have prior team leadership experience and knowledge of preventative maintenance in a food production setting. This position offers a salary of £56,000 per annum and opportunities for personal development within a supportive environment.