Lead Shift Supervisor – Safety & Operations Leader

Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Shift Supervisor for a chemical manufacturing client in Norwich. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with health and safety systems. This role involves leading a team on a 12-hour rotating shift, ensuring safe and efficient production processes. The package includes a salary up to £50,000, an annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and pension contributions.

Benefits

Salary up to £50,000

Annual performance-related bonus

Private medical insurance

Group personal pension

33 days annual leave

Life assurance

On-site Health Centre

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or process environment.
• Familiarity with health and safety systems is essential.
• Comfortable working both on the plant floor and in the control room.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team of production operators.
• Set clear expectations around safety, quality, and performance.
• Promote a culture of engagement, accountability, and teamwork.
• Act as Site Main Controller during site incidents.
• Coordinate safe systems of work and oversee plant safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Familiarity with health and safety systems

Education

Minimum of GCSE Grade 9-4 in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

General IT systems

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Shift Supervisor for a chemical manufacturing client in Norwich. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with health and safety systems. This role involves leading a team on a 12-hour rotating shift, ensuring safe and efficient production processes. The package includes a salary up to £50,000, an annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and pension contributions.