Lead Maintenance Engineer in Wembley

Energy Jobline ZR; Wembley; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is recruiting a Lead Maintenance Engineer for a fast-moving consumer goods manufacturer in Wembley. You will lead the engineering team on shift while staying hands-on with production equipment.

The role offers clear progression into senior leadership and a Monday-to-Friday, days-only schedule. Salary is around £63,000 with a strong emphasis on safety, reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Proven fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with both planned and reactive maintenance.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• Background in FMCG or fast-paced production is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across production equipment.
• Diagnose and fault-find on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Lead a team of engineers on shift.
• Drive continuous improvement across maintenance processes.
• Ensure high standards of safety, reliability and performance.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Fault-finding

Maintenance planning

Leadership experience

FMCG background

Job description

Lead Maintenance Engineer - FMCG Manufacturing Wembley

We are currently recruiting for a Lead Engineer to join a well-established and highly regarded FMCG manufacturer based in Wembley. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance engineer looking to step into a leadership role with clear progression.

About the Role

This is a hands-on leadership position where you will play a key role in supporting the engineering team while remaining actively involved on the tools. The role offers strong career development, with the previous incumbent having recently progressed into a Maintenance Manager position.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across production equipment
• Diagnose and fault-find on mechanical and electrical systems
• Support and lead a team of engineers on shift
• Drive continuous improvement across maintenance processes
• Ensure high standards of safety, reliability, and performance

What We're Looking For

• Strong hands-on maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment
• Proven fault-finding and problem-solving ability
• Experience with both planned and reactive maintenance
• Demonstrated leadership qualities or supervisory experience
• Ideally from an FMCG or fast-paced production background

What's On Offer

• Salary circa £63,000 Monday to Friday, days-only role (great work-life balance)
• Clear progression pathway into senior leadership roles
• Opportunity to work within a reputable and growing business

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.