Engineering Supervisor

VanRath; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food manufacturer seeks two Engineering Supervisors in Downpatrick. This role involves leading engineering activities, managing maintenance tasks, and enforcing safety protocols within a shift-working environment. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in manufacturing and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in planned and reactive maintenance in food production.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift-based engineering activities.
• Coordinate with production teams to minimize downtime.
• Manage workloads for maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Planned maintenance

Reactive maintenance

Health & Safety protocols

Leadership

Team motivation

Job description

Engineering Supervisor

Downpatrick | £53,000 - £54,000 | Shift Rota (including nights & weekends)

A well-established food manufacturer in Downpatrick is looking for two Engineering Supervisors to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced maintenance professionals to step into a leadership role, with one vacancy arising due to retirement.

The Role:

As an Engineering Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of production equipment by effectively managing engineering resources. Working closely with the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for:
Leading shift-based engineering activities and ensuring all maintenance work is completed efficiently.
Coordinating with Production Teams to minimise downtime and resolve issues promptly.
Managing workloads to balance planned maintenance with urgent repairs.
Enforcing Health & Safety policies, including Permit to Work, LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out), and PPE compliance.
Providing leadership, guidance, and support to the engineering team during shifts.
Working within a rotating shift pattern, including nights and weekends.

What You'll Need:

Experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment, ideally within food production.
Strong background in planned and reactive maintenance within a fast-paced production setting.
Solid understanding of Health & Safety protocols related to maintenance and engineering.
Proven ability to lead, support, and motivate a team while maintaining high performance standards.
Flexibility to work a rotational shift pattern, including nights and weekends.

This is a great opportunity to take on a leadership position in a growing and well-regarded company.

For more details, apply via the link or contact Karl Yellop at [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.