Maintenance Supervisor

Hunter Selection; Scotland; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and packaging company in Bridgwater is seeking an Engineering & Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance activities and mentor technicians. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and experience in a food manufacturing environment. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including ongoing training and 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discount scheme at over 500 stores

Ongoing training and development

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering maintenance in a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience supervising or mentoring maintenance teams.
• Hands-on experience in maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of food production machinery.
• Plan and implement preventative maintenance schedules.

Skills

Leadership skills

Engineering maintenance

Root cause analysis

Fault-finding

Education

NVQ Level 3 / ONC / HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Hands-On Engineering & Maintenance Supervisor (26995/ 611) — Bridgwater (TA6). Commutable from Clevedon, Weston, Worle, Yatton, Taunton and Bridgwater. Salary: 53,000 - 55,000. Shifts: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off – 12 hours shifts.

Company Overview

Are you a seasoned engineering professional with a passion for leading teams and maintaining top-tier manufacturing facilities? We\'re seeking an experienced Engineering & Maintenance Supervisor to join a leading food / packaging manufacturing company. This is a hands-on leadership role within a vibrant, fast-paced environment. Our client values employees, fosters a supportive and inclusive workplace, and offers strong career development prospects. If you\'re ready to take the next step in your career, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate maintenance activities to ensure continuous production and equipment reliability.
• Support and mentor maintenance technicians, fostering a proactive maintenance culture.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of food production machinery, ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis to resolve complex equipment issues swiftly and effectively.
• Plan and implement preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring smooth integration.
• Ensure all activities adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize operational efficiency and equipment performance.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in engineering maintenance within a food manufacturing or similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience supervising or mentoring maintenance teams.
• NVQ Level 3 / ONC / HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Solid understanding of root cause analysis and fault-finding on production equipment.
• Apprentice trained or equivalent with demonstrable hands-on experience.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary of 53,000 - 55,000
• Shifts: 2days, 2nights, 4 off - 12 hours shifts
• Pension
• Discount scheme at over 500 stores
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Join a forward-thinking company that truly values its team members and invests in your growth. If you\'re ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact in a dynamic environment, don\'t miss out—apply now!

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by applying to our Managing Consultant for this vacancy — Ashley Reynolds

If you are interested in this position please click \'apply\'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

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