Engineering Team Leader

Zest; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Engineering Team Leader in Bradford to oversee a small team within a dynamic food production environment. This role involves hands-on engineering tasks alongside team leadership. Ideal candidates will have multi-skilled engineering qualifications and proven leadership experience in a factory setting.

Qualifications

• Time-served or qualified multi-skilled engineer (electrical) required.
• Previous experience in a food or beverage factory is essential.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience within an engineering setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of two multi-skilled engineers.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment.
• Identify improvements to reduce downtime and enhance reliability.

Skills

Multi-skilled engineering

Leadership experience

Fault-finding skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Engineering Team Leader to take charge of a small team of two engineers on a 4 on 4 off days and nights shift pattern. This role offers an excellent opportunity to lead from the front, drive performance and ensure the smooth and efficient running of the factory.75:25 hands-on to office based/admin.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of two multi-skilled engineers ensuring tasks are prioritised and completed efficiently
• Carry out both planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of production and packaging equipment
• Identify and implement improvements to reduce downtime and enhance reliability
• Order parts and manage engineering stock levels
• Produce accurate maintenance and performance reports
• Attend regular engineering and production meetings
• Manage and coordinate external contractors working on site
• Mentor apprentices

Skills & Experience

• Time-served or qualified multi-skilled engineer (electrical)
• Previous experience in a food or beverage factory
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience within an engineering setting
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and people management abilities
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and reliability

Please reach out to Josh Manby on (phone number removed) or (url removed) for further information.

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