Lead Maintenance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturing company in Warrington is looking for a Lead Maintenance Engineer to guide a small team following significant investment in their facility. This role includes supervising engineering maintenance, ensuring production efficiency, and fostering team development. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, relevant engineering qualifications, and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

5% Bonus

24 days annual leave

Enhanced Pension Scheme - up to 10% matched

Employee Discount Scheme

Annual Pay Review and Profit-related pay

Various Training and Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Recognized Engineering Apprenticeship.
• Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 2 engineers.
• Manage engineering shift and resources.
• Implement initiatives to improve OEE.

Skills

Team Management

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship (Electrical or Multi-skilled)

ONC or BTEC (HNC preferred)

Job description

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Lead Maintenance Engineer, Warrington, Cheshire

Client:

Scantec Recruitment

Location:

Warrington, Cheshire

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

12

Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Lead Maintenance Engineer

Scantec Recruitment is partnering with a reputable FMCG manufacturing business at their site in Manchester. This global company produces some of the most recognizable brands in the market. We are seeking a Lead / Senior Maintenance Engineer to lead a small team (2 engineers) at a site that has recently undergone multimillion-pound investments. This role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a global employer that provides clear career progression, development, and training. There is a direct route to Engineering Manager!

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will supervise, coordinate, and deliver all shift engineering maintenance activities, both planned and ad hoc. Your responsibilities include ensuring effective weekly work plans to minimize downtime and supporting the operations team to maintain production efficiencies in a fast-paced 24/7 FMCG environment.

• 5% Bonus
• 24 days annual leave
• Enhanced Pension Scheme - up to 10% matched
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Annual Pay Review and Profit-related pay
• Various Training and Progression opportunities

Working hours / Shifts:

4 days on, 4 days off (2 days / 2 nights)

06:30 - 18:30 / 18:30 - 06:30

Overtime is available, paid at x1.5 & double time.

Brief summary of responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 2 engineers.
• Manage engineering shift and resources to maximize plant and equipment availability.
• Ensure the shift is effective, flexible, and aligned with site demands.
• Implement initiatives to reduce costs, improve OEE, and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with the FLM team to ensure high shift performance, emphasizing safety and quality.
• Operate to maximize machine uptime, ensure planned maintenance, and meet safety, quality, hygiene, and budget standards.

Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

Proven leadership and team management skills are essential. Candidates should have a recognized Engineering Apprenticeship (Electrical or Multi-skilled) and be qualified to ONC or BTEC level (HNC preferred). Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG is desirable.