Engineering Supervisor: 4 on/4 off Shift Lead

CV Technical

Merthyr Tydfil

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

CV Technical in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of Multi Skilled Engineers on a 4 on, 4 off days and nights shift, ensuring continuous production through proactive maintenance and strict safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have an electrical and/or mechanical engineering background with PLC knowledge, hands-on leadership experience in manufacturing, and a track record in continuous improvement and coaching across shifts.

Qualifications

Electrical and/or Mechanical engineering qualification required.
Experience supervising an engineering team in a manufacturing environment.
Strong fault finding in electrical and mechanical systems.
PLC knowledge and operating awareness.
Lean methodologies and continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of Multi Skilled Engineers on shift.
Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities.
Respond effectively to breakdowns and minimise production downtime.
Provide technical and behavioural support to engineers and apprentices.
Drive preventative maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Act as a technical resource for engineering projects and specifications.
Analyse maintenance and production data to identify areas for improvement.
Promote best practice across the engineering function.
Ensure all engineering activities are completed safely and in line with company procedures.