Engineering Lead

G's Group; Ely; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

G's Group is seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to drive performance and develop people within a fast-paced production environment. You will provide day-to-day leadership, deliver safe and cost-effective engineering solutions, and work closely with production to maximise equipment availability.

You will lead a team of engineers, promote high performance, and foster a proactive maintenance culture while ensuring safety, compliance, and effective collaboration with contractors and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering teams.
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical knowledge.
• Hands-on approach with good problem-solving.
• Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of engineers to high performance.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules maximise reliability.
• Provide fault-finding support during breakdowns.
• Drive continuous improvement for safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders from concept to implementation.
• Develop and maintain safe systems of work and best practices.
• Coordinate priorities with production to maximise productivity.
• Coach, mentor, and train the engineering team.
• Build relationships with contractors and ensure procedures and docs are in place.
• Support compliance with health, safety and statutory requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Hands-on problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Collaborative attitude

Education

Level 3 Engineering qualification (Mechanical or Electrical)

Job description

Lead Engineering Excellence. Drive Performance. Develop People.

We are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Engineering Lead to join our team and play a key role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of our operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineering professional who enjoys leading teams, solving technical challenges, and driving operational excellence in a fast‑paced production environment. You will be responsible for leading a team of engineers, maximising equipment availability, reducing downtime, and delivering safe, cost-effective engineering solutions.

About The Role

As Engineering Lead, you will provide day‑to‑day leadership to the engineering team, ensuring planned and reactive maintenance activities are delivered safely and effectively. Working closely with production and operational teams, you will help improve plant performance, lead engineering projects, and foster a proactive maintenance culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of engineers, promoting high performance and continuous development.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are completed to maximise equipment reliability and availability.
• Provide electrical and/or mechanical fault‑finding support during equipment breakdowns.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational performance.
• Be involved with engineering projects, collaborating with suppliers and internal stakeholders from concept through to implementation.
• Develop and maintain safe systems of work and engineering best practices.
• Coordinate engineering priorities with production teams to minimise disruption and maximise productivity.
• Support the development of engineering team capability through coaching, mentoring, and training.
• Build effective relationships with contractors and ensure all required procedures and documentation are in place.
• Support compliance with health, safety, and statutory requirements at all times.

About You

• Previous experience leading, developing, or mentoring engineering teams.
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical engineering knowledge.
• A hands‑on approach with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• The ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative team‑focused attitude.
• A Level 3 Engineering qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

What We’re Looking For

• Safety focused and committed to high standards.
• Passionate about continuous improvement.
• Proactive, resilient, and solutions‑oriented.
• Comfortable leading change and driving performance improvements.
• Committed to developing and supporting others to reach their potential.

Hours of Work

We offer a structured 3-week rotating shift pattern, working 4 days per week with a rotating rest day (Monday, Wednesday or Friday). Core hours are 6:30am to 5:30pm. As part of the role, you’ll also participate in a 1-in-4 weekend rota, working 7:00am to 3:30pm on Saturday and Sunday. This pattern provides regular days off throughout the week while supporting our operational requirements.

Why Join Us?

In return, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, lead a talented engineering team, and contribute to the success of a growing and innovative operation.