Engineering Supervisor

AMH Material Handling; Coate; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling company in Coate is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to lead a team at an advanced automated site. This role offers a competitive salary up to £52,000 with an OTE of £55,000, day-shift flexibility, and opportunities for career growth. The ideal candidate will have relevant engineering qualifications, leadership experience, and a strong background in mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £52,000 + Bonus

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering maintenance or automation environments.
• Background in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance.
• Demonstrable leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of engineers working 24/7.
• Coordinate daily priorities and ensure maintenance plans are delivered.
• Communicate effectively with engineering and customer operations teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Relevant engineering qualification e.g NVQ, apprenticeship, HNC

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re hiring an Engineering Supervisor to join AMH Material Handling’s expanding team in Swindon (SN3) - a role created due to internal promotion as we continue to grow and invest in our people. Offering a competitive salary up to £52,000 + Bonus (OTE £55,000), a day‑shift position with flexibility, and the opportunity to lead a skilled team on a cutting‑edge automated logistics system combining AMR and conveyor technology.

About AMH Material Handling

At AMH Material Handling, we design, install and maintain intelligent automation and material handling systems for some of the UK’s biggest names in retail and logistics. We’re known for our innovation, reliability, and engineering excellence, delivering large-scale automated solutions that keep our clients’ operations moving efficiently and safely. With our continued investment in people, technology, and systems, we’re building a workplace where engineers are empowered to learn, progress, and shape the future of automation.

The Role

As an Engineering Supervisor, you’ll lead a team of resident engineers at our customer’s advanced automated site in Swindon. This system blends the latest automated mobile robot (AMR) technology with traditional conveyor and logistics automation, delivering a dynamic and rewarding engineering environment.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Leading and developing a team of engineers working 24/7 to support system uptime and performance
• Coordinating daily priorities and ensuring preventative maintenance plans are delivered
• Taking a technical lead on engineering issues and supporting fault‑finding and diagnostics
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and AMH best practices
• Managing contractors on‑site and maintaining documentation through CMMS
• Supporting continuous improvement and world‑class maintenance initiatives
• Communicating effectively with both the engineering team and the customer operations team

You’ll be both hands‑on and strategic, providing technical leadership and driving high standards while ensuring a safe, motivated, and high‑performing engineering team.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a confident and approachable leader who combines strong technical ability with great communication skills.

Essential

• Relevant engineering qualification e.g NVQ, apprenticeship, HNC etc
• Proven experience in engineering maintenance or automation environments
• Background in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance (ideally a 50/50 split)
• Demonstrable leadership or supervisory experience
• Understanding of conveyors, motor systems, PLC‑controlled machinery, or similar
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with customers and teams
• Health & Safety awareness (IOSH or NEBOSH qualification desirable)
• Proficient with CMMS and Microsoft Office applications

Why You’ll Love Working with AMH

• Competitive salary up to £52,000 + Bonus – OTE £55,000
• Day‑shift role with flexible start times (e.g. 8–4 or 9–5)
• Career growth – internal promotions and UK‑wide opportunities across multiple AMH sites
• Comprehensive benefits package – including pension, sick pay, and death‑in‑service policy
• Company laptop and mobile phone provided
• Supportive team culture that values collaboration and mutual respect
• Be part of a company at the forefront of automation innovation, where every project brings new challenges and opportunities

If you’re an experienced engineer ready to take the next step into leadership, this is your chance to join a forward‑thinking company that values technical excellence and personal development.

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