Maintenance Supervisor

efab resourcing ltd; West Ella; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Quarterly bonus

Weekday schedule

Job summary

Wren Kitchens is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Supervisor to join our expanding Engineering team at our manufacturing facility in Howden. You will oversee day-to-day maintenance activities, ensuring planned and reactive tasks are completed efficiently with minimal disruption to production.

As the link between the Engineering Manager and the maintenance team, you will coordinate workloads, support performance, and uphold high safety and IMS compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) qualification.
• Proven experience in engineering/manufacturing environments.
• Experience planning PPM schedules and reactive maintenance.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Supervisory or leadership experience in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Plan workloads with the Engineering Manager and allocate jobs.
• Minimise downtime during maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with suppliers for materials and equipment.
• Ensure repairs and projects meet high standards and regulations.
• Communicate updates across the Maintenance team.
• Monitor performance and escalate concerns as needed.
• Support PPM and reactive maintenance activities.
• Promote health and safety culture within the engineering function.
• Ensure IMS and company policies are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & Scheduling

Communication

Organisational skills

Safety awareness

PLC awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Wren Kitchens is continuing to grow, and we're looking for a dedicated Maintenance Supervisor to join our expanding Engineering team at our manufacturing facility in Howden.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional with strong leadership skills to play a key role in supporting a fast-paced manufacturing operation. You'll work closely with the Engineering Manager to drive performance, reliability, and continuous improvement across the site.

The Role

As Maintenance Supervisor, you will oversee the day-to-day activities of the Maintenance team, ensuring planned and reactive maintenance tasks are completed efficiently and with minimal disruption to production.

You'll act as the link between the Engineering Manager and the maintenance team, coordinating workloads, supporting operational performance, and ensuring high standards of safety and compliance are maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Engineering Manager to plan workloads and allocate jobs effectively, ensuring priorities are delivered.
• Coordinate with departmental managers to minimise downtime and operational disruption during maintenance activities.
• Liaise with suppliers to source materials and equipment required for repairs and improvement projects.
• Ensure repairs, installations, and building projects are completed to a high standard and in compliance with relevant regulations.
• Communicate business updates, operational changes, and key information across the Maintenance team.
• Monitor team performance and output, identifying and escalating areas of concern where necessary.
• Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes and reactive maintenance activities.
• Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture across the engineering function.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and Integrated Management System (IMS) requirements.

About You

We're looking for a motivated and organised engineering professional who can lead by example and thrive in a busy manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Proven experience delivering results within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Experience planning and coordinating PPM schedules and reactive maintenance activities
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Self-motivated with excellent prioritisation skills
• Understanding of PLC systems
• Previous engineering leadership, supervisory, or management experience.

Desirable

• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification
• Experience within a woodworking, furniture manufacturing, or automated production environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £46,500
• £1,250 Shift Allowance
• Up to £1,000 Quarterly Performance Bonus
• Monday to Friday working pattern 10am - 18.30pm (potential transfer to 14.30pm - 23.00pm)
• Career development opportunities within a growing business
• Modern manufacturing facilities and equipment
• Supportive team environment
• The opportunity to join one of the UK's most successful manufacturing businesses