Maintenance Supervisor

Yolk Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee shift activities and maintain production equipment. This role requires strong electrical fault-finding skills and the ability to lead a multi-skilled engineering team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate should have recognized electrical engineering qualifications and previous experience in manufacturing or food production. The position offers a salary of approximately £53,000 with regular overtime opportunities.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Regular overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role within a fast-paced manufacturing or food production environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the shifts activities and ensuring smooth production processes.
• Conducting both planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding and repair skills

Leadership experience

Problem-solving approach

Education

Recognised Electrical Engineering Qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent)

Tools

PLC systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Waygo)

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

53,000

Continental Shift Pattern

Yolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation in Bristol, in their search for an Maintenance Supervisor.

Operating as part of a wider group, the company is a key player in the area. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the company continues to invest in its people, processes, and technology to maintain its position as an industry leader.

After significant investment in 2024 they are keen to employ a Maintenance supervisor to join their team and lead the shift activities.

Position Overview:

As a Maintenance Supervisor you will be a crucial part of our client's operations. You will be responsible for overseeing the shifts activities, maintaining and repairing a range of equipment, ensuring the smooth running of production processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the facility. If you're a skilled engineer looking for your next challenge , this is your opportunity.

This is what you'll be doing.

• Conducting both planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure the smooth running of production lines
• Leadership experience or demonstrable potential to lead a multi-skilled engineering team.
• Solid understanding of DC motors, vertical drives, relays, contactors, and motor testing.
• Experience with PLC fault finding (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Waygo) and ladder logic.
• Ability to perform mechanical maintenance duties or oversee such tasks in team members.

The experience you'll bring to the team.

• Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role within a fast paced manufacturing or food production environment
• Strong electrical fault-finding and repair skills
• A proactive and problem-solving approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Recognised Electrical Engineering Qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced setting

And this is what you'll get in return.

• A salary of circa 53,000 , weekly pay and regular overtime opportunities.

Are you up to the challenge?

Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy Jones

Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch.

Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.