Engineering Supervisor in Nottingham

Energy Jobline ZR; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Career progression opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Engineering Supervisor (Electrical Bias) to lead a team of eight maintenance engineers at a busy recycling facility in Nottinghamshire. You will drive planned and reactive maintenance, push continuous improvements, and maximise plant uptime on a 4-on-4-off day shift.

You will provide hands-on electrical fault finding, supervise contractors, and collaborate with operations to optimise production while maintaining strict health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering or related field qualification required.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in engineering/manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of maintenance engineers.
• Coordinate planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdowns.
• Ensure maximum plant availability and equipment reliability.
• Hands-on electrical fault finding and technical support.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with site Health & Safety procedures.
• Monitor engineering KPIs and maintenance performance.
• Manage contractors and service providers on site.
• Support project work, installations and equipment upgrades.
• Collaborate with operations to optimise production.
• Conduct team meetings, appraisals and training.
• Maintain maintenance records in CMMS.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Health & Safety knowledge

Maintenance planning

Communication skills

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

Job Description

As an Engineering Supervisor (Electrical Bias), you will lead a team of 8 maintenance engineers within a busy recycling facility, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment. You will oversee planned and reactive maintenance, drive continuous improvement activities, and maximise plant uptime across a 4-on-4-off day shift pattern.

Client Details

Our client is a leading recycling and resource recovery business operating a large-scale processing facility in Nottinghamshire. Committed to sustainability and innovation, they invest heavily in their people, plant reliability, and operational excellence.

Description

• Lead and supervise a team of 8 maintenance engineers.
• Coordinate planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown activities.
• Ensure maximum plant availability and equipment reliability.
• Provide hands‑on electrical fault finding and technical support.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with site Health & Safety procedures.
• Monitor engineering KPIs and maintenance performance.
• Manage contractors and specialist service providers on site.
• Support project work, installations, and equipment upgrades.
• Work closely with operations to optimise production performance.
• Conduct regular team meetings, appraisals, and training activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records through the CMMS system.

Profile

A successful Engineering Supervisor should have:

• Relevant qualifications in engineering or a related field.
• Experience in the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving technical issues.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations within engineering and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to plan and prioritise maintenance tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth.
• Based in Nottingham, within the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• 4 on 4 off days shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunity to lead a skilled engineering team at a critical recycling operation.
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities.
• Company pension and additional employee benefits.
• Stable, long-term career with a growing sustainability-focused business.