Engineering Shift Leader

Gi Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment agency is seeking an Engineer Shift Leader in Stafford to lead a team of Engineering Technicians and Assistants. The role requires a degree in engineering and at least 7 years of experience, including 2 years in a leadership position. You will be responsible for managing maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. A competitive salary of around £55,000 is offered, with a rotating shift pattern.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Engineering Technicians and Assistants.
• Manage and execute the Pre-Planned Maintenance (PPM) schedule.
• Oversee spare parts inventory and procurement.
• Maintain and optimise the Fix System for issue resolution.
• Design, develop, and deploy engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects.
• Drive continuous improvement and system performance enhancements.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Engineer Shift Leader

Location: Stafford
Salary: Circa £55,000
Shift Pattern: 4 on/4 off, 12-hour shifts (rotating days and nights to support a 24/7 operation)

Are you an experienced engineering professional with a passion for leadership and innovation? We're looking for an Engineer Shift Leader to join our dynamic team at our Stafford site.

About the Role

As an Engineer Shift Leader, you'll lead a team of Engineering Technicians and Assistants, ensuring operational uptime and delivering technical projects that keep our fulfilment centre running smoothly. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll provide technical guidance, drive continuous improvement, and maintain safety and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Engineering Technicians and Assistants.
• Manage and execute the Pre-Planned Maintenance (PPM) schedule.
• Oversee spare parts inventory and procurement.
• Maintain and optimise the Fix System for issue resolution.
• Design, develop, and deploy engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects.
• Drive continuous improvement and system performance enhancements.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Civil, or similar).
• 7+ years' engineering experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong problem‑solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communicati...