Engineering Supervisor

Chesterfield Poultry; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 58,500; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield Poultry is seeking an Engineering Supervisor for their site in Doncaster. You will supervise daily engineering and maintenance activities, ensuring effective management of a team while adhering to UK health & safety standards.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical knowledge along with experience in food manufacturing. You'll support continuous improvements and participate in audits, making this an excellent opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day engineering and maintenance activities.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of engineers.
• Ensure compliance with UK health & safety legislation.

Skills

Proven experience in a supervisory or senior engineering role within food manufacturing or FMCG

Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge

Ability to lead and manage teams effectively

Good understanding of health & safety and food safety requirements

Education

Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent)

Tools

CMMS systems

PLC fault-finding

Job description

Engineering Supervisor

Location: Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire.

Salary: £56,000 per annum (rising to £58,500 per annum after probation).

Hours: Rotating shifts Monday to Friday with weekend OT available. Shifts usually from 5am, 9 hours with an hour paid for lunch. Rotating shift with 2pm until 9 hours for the back shift. One week of early rotating with one week of late.

Responsibilities

Engineering & Maintenance

• Supervise day‑to‑day engineering and maintenance activities across production and utilities.
• Ensure planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules are completed effectively and on time.
• Respond to breakdowns, prioritising actions to minimise production downtime.
• Support fault‑finding and root‑cause analysis on mechanical, electrical and automation issues.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained in line with manufacturer guidelines and site standards.

People Management

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of engineers on shift.
• Manage breakdowns effectively utilising resources to minimise downtime impact on the business.
• Allocate work, manage shift handovers, and ensure effective communication within the team.
• Support training, coaching, and competency development of engineering staff.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure team compliance with site policies.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all engineering work is carried out in compliance with UK health & safety legislation, including PUWER and LOLER.
• Enforce safe systems of work, including permit‑to‑work and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Support food safety, hygiene and BRC/GFSI standards within engineering activities.
• Participate in audits and inspections as required.

Continuous Improvement & Projects

• Identify and implement opportunities for improving equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives such as TPM and lean manufacturing.
• Assist with installation, commissioning and validation of new equipment and projects.
• Monitor maintenance KPIs and contribute to performance reviews.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in a supervisory or senior engineering role within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge.
• Experience with automated production lines and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Good understanding of health & safety and food safety requirements in the UK.

Desirable

• Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
• Electrically biased qualification (17/18th edition etc).
• Experience working with CMMS systems.
• Knowledge of PLC fault‑finding.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement or TPM methodologies.

Personal Attributes

• Hands‑on, proactive approach with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Calm and organised under pressure.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Key Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong team management and communication abilities.
• Effective communication with internal teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time‑sensitive deliveries.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
• Experience working with CMMS systems.
• Knowledge of PLC fault‑finding.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement or TPM methodologies.
• Proven experience in Engineering within the food industry.
• In‑depth understanding of food safety, hygiene, and traceability requirements.