Engineering Team Lead — Drive Performance & Growth (Bristol)

Hunter Selection; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Healthcare cashback

Employee assistance

Discount platform

Training & qualifications

Career progression

Shift holidays

Job summary

The Bristol-based manufacturer is seeking an Engineering Team Leader to direct a small team of up to five engineers on shift, ensuring equipment reliability and leading continuous improvement initiatives. You'll coordinate maintenance, drive root cause analysis, uphold safety and engineering standards, and work with the Maintenance & Engineering Manager to boost site performance.

The role offers ongoing training, progression opportunities, and a structured career path within a well-established

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Engineering qualification (Level 2 or above).
• Experience leading engineers or supervisory roles.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with proactive approach.
• FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a team of up to 5 engineers.
• Coordinate and oversee planned preventative maintenance activities.
• Support rapid response to breakdowns and minimise production downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement and root cause analysis activities.
• Ensure engineering standards, safety and compliance are maintained.
• Work closely with the Maintenance & Engineering Manager to improve site performance.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

Safety compliance

Maintenance planning

Education

Engineering qualification (Level 2+)

Job description

The Bristol-based manufacturer is seeking an Engineering Team Leader to direct a small team of up to five engineers on shift, ensuring equipment reliability and leading continuous improvement initiatives. You'll coordinate maintenance, drive root cause analysis, uphold safety and engineering standards, and work with the Maintenance & Engineering Manager to boost site performance.

The role offers ongoing training, progression opportunities, and a structured career path within a well-established