Engineering Supervisor

Listgrove Ltd; Castleford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Castleford seeks an Engineering Supervisor for a crucial role in maintaining optimal machinery performance across multiple sites. The ideal candidate is a qualified multiskilled engineer with strong diagnostic skills, capable of overseeing maintenance operations and coordinating with service providers. This position emphasizes proactive management and supports the company's growth objectives. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. Contact Jason Hutchison to apply.

Benefits

Industry networks

Market intelligence

International brand recognition

Qualifications

• Qualified in electrical principles.
• Multiskilled engineer with a broad technical skill set.
• Experienced in overseeing maintenance operations for one or more manufacturing sites.
• Proactive with a strong focus on supporting company goals and growth.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain machinery and equipment for optimal performance.
• Develop and maintain planned preventive maintenance schedules.
• Conduct running repairs to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose equipment faults and resolve issues efficiently.
• Liaise with external service providers for complex equipment issues.
• Oversee maintenance for production machinery across both sites.

Skills

Electrical principles

Multiskilled engineering

Diagnostics and fault-finding

Maintenance planning and execution

Job description

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.

Engineering Supervisor Plastics

Location : Castleford

Job ref : JH / 64392

Sector : Plastics

Function : Engineering, Maintenance

Location : West Yorkshire

Client Overview :

Founded in the late 90’s, this UK-based manufacturer is best known for its durable, transparent, and stackable storage boxes that come in a wide range of sizes and colours. The company has quickly grown into one of the world’s largest suppliers of this product range. Today, the business continues to focus on innovation, customer-driven design and affordability while growing its global presence.

Role Overview :

We are looking for a purpose driven, ambitious and growth orientated Maintenance Leader who is accountable for overseeing machinery across 2 sites, ensuring optimal performance and preventing disruption to manufacturing operations. The successful applicant will also collaborate with service providers to coordinate and resolve maintenance requirements, while leading fault diagnosis, corrective actions and detailed reporting.

Responsibilities :

• Proactively monitor and maintain machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Conduct running repairs as required to downtime to a minimum.
• Diagnose equipment faults and resolve issues within designated parameters and timeframes.
• Demonstrate strong self-management and initiative.
• Liaise directly with external service providers for equipment issues that cannot be resolved in-house.
• Oversee the maintenance of all production machinery as well as the facilities across both manufacturing sites.

The Person :

• Qualified in electrical principles.
• Multiskilled engineer with a broad technical skill set.
• Experienced in overseeing maintenance operations for one or more manufacturing sites.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities.
• Proactive, with a strong focus on the supporting company goals and growth.
• Demonstrated expertise in maintenance planning and execution.

For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f / m / d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.

To apply please contact Jason Hutchison

[e-mail]

0044 (0) 1789 207070

Why select Listgrove?

• Five Decades of Market Intelligence
• Unrivalled Industry Networks
• Recognised International brand
• HR Qualified Professionals

To hear from our clients on how we have supported their search for talent and HR needs, please visit Listgrove’s Case Studies page.

Throughout 2025, you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions :

Packaging Innovations, JEC World, European Coatings Show, Kunststoffenbeurs, K2025, Plastics Live Ireland

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