Engineering Team Leader - Manufacturing £65,000 in Enfield, London

Energy Jobline CVL; Enfield; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Maintenance Engineer to oversee the reliability of automated manufacturing equipment in North London. The ideal candidate will possess an engineering qualification and have strong fault-finding abilities. With a base salary of £65,000 plus overtime, this role offers opportunities for career progression and involvement in impactful technology investments.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Optional overtime

Very good pension

Clear progression routes

Excellent training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong fault-finding skills in mechanical or electrical systems.
• Experience leading maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to coach and support junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the maintenance team during breakdowns.
• Conduct reactive and planned maintenance on automated machinery.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Time-served Maintenance Engineer

Strong manufacturing background

Strong fault-finding skills

Leadership experience

Confident communicator

Education

Engineering qualification – NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 3

Tools

Automated production equipment

Job description

Lead Maintenance Engineer London (North London / Hertfordshire border)

Salary: £65,000 + overtime. Shifts: 12‑hour days & nights (Continental Shift Pattern). Sector: Automated Manufacturing / Production.

Role Overview

The Lead Maintenance Engineer/Engineering Team Leader will be responsible for ensuring the ongoing reliability of automated manufacturing equipment while providing technical guidance and leadership to the wider maintenance team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and support the maintenance team during breakdowns and planned tasks
• Prioritise and allocate engineering work across the shift
• Conduct reactive and planned maintenance on automated machinery and services
• Fault finding & diagnosis on electrical and/or mechanical systems (depending on bias)
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Maintain high engineering standards and ensure compliance with safety procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve OEES

Skills & Experience Required

• Time-served Maintenance Engineer with strong manufacturing background
• Engineering qualification – NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent
• Strong fault‑finding skills – either mechanical or electrical bias considered
• Experience with automated production equipment
• Leadership experience (Engineering Team Leader / Senior Maintenance Engineer / Shift Lead)
• Ability to coach and support junior engineers
• Confident communicator with strong problem‑solving ability

Why Join?

• £65,000 basic salary + optional overtime and very good pension
• A modern site with significant investment into new technology
• Clear routes for progression into management or specialist roles
• Supportive culture with excellent training opportunities
• Opportunity to make a real impact on site performance and engineering standards

Application Process

If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this Engineering Team Leader/Lead Maintenance Engineer position, please contact Simon or submit your CV to the provided link. Lead Maintenance Engineer is commutable from Enfield, Epping, Romford, Brentwood, Hoddesdon, Brimsdown, Edmonton, Walthamstow, Stevenage, Borehamwood, Elstree, Barnet, Southgate, Tottenham, Waltham Abbey, Waltham Cross and other parts of London, Hertfordshire and Essex.

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global are an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, ensuring our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.