Maintenance Supervisor

Global Recruitment Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Scotland is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to manage the maintenance team and ensure equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong electrical and mechanical background and prior supervisory experience. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance tasks, leading preventive measures, and promoting health and safety practices. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers development opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for ongoing development

Training programs

Qualifications

• 18th Edition electrical certification is essential.
• Previous experience in leading or supervising a maintenance team.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the maintenance team and allocate tasks.
• Lead response to breakdowns and oversee maintenance activities.
• Ensure completion of planned preventative maintenance schedules.

Skills

Strong electrical and mechanical background

Experience with PLC fault finding

Great organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving mindset

Education

18th Edition certification

IOSH or NEBOSH Managing Safely

Tools

Technical drawings

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Supervisor

Rate of pay - Up to £50,000

Dayshift - Monday - Friday

About the Role

As Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for supporting the Maintenance Manager with the day-to-day running of our maintenance function, ensuring that machinery, equipment, and facilities are operating at their best. You will supervise a team of maintenance engineers and technicians, lead planned and reactive maintenance, and support continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the maintenance team, including task allocation, performance and training
• Carry out and oversee mechanical and electrical maintenance across the site
• Lead rapid response to breakdowns, identifying root causes and minimising downtime
• Ensure completion of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules
• Maintain equipment performance, reporting faults using digital systems
• Champion health and safety practices, including risk assessments and toolbox talks
• Assist the Maintenance Manager with planning, compliance, and reporting

About You

• A strong electrical and mechanical background (18th Edition essential)
• Experience with PLC fault finding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and technical drawings
• Previous experience leading or supervising a maintenance or engineering team
• Great organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and strong attention to detail
• IOSH or NEBOSH Managing Safely (preferred)
• Working knowledge of ISO standards (especially ISO 1090) is a bonus

Why Join

• Be part of a supportive, inclusive work environment that values your contribution
• Work in a role where you can genuinely make a difference every day
• Enjoy opportunities for ongoing development and training

Please apply direct with your CV attached