Maintenance Supervisor – Aylesford

AMH Material Handling; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in material handling is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for their Aylesford site. The role involves overseeing automation maintenance, managing a team, and ensuring operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have an ONC/HNC qualification and proven engineering experience, along with strong problem-solving and customer relations skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Engineering and Maintenance.
• Technically proficient and quick to learn.
• Ability to understand operational plans.

Responsibilities

• Ensure automation delivers operational plan daily.
• Manage reactive tasks and Planned Preventative Maintenance.
• Develop team skills and maintain high standards.

Skills

Effective time management

Problem-solving

Customer relations

Team management

Education

ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification

Job description

Working hours: This is a day role, Mon-Fri, supporting the customer and automation maintenance team at a new customer site based in Aylesford, Kent.

What to Expect

The Role

The Maintenance Supervisor will report to the Customer Account Manager, liaise with the customer's operational and engineering teams, and will be responsible for:

1. Ensuring the automation delivers the operational plan daily.
2. Ensuring Planned Preventative Maintenance is completed in line with the Computerised Maintenance System.
3. Managing reactive tasks efficiently and promptly.
4. Capturing all relevant information on the Computerised Maintenance System, including booking spares, time, and machine and fault data.
5. Identifying future projects and enhancements to improve throughput, capacity, and reduce downtime.
6. Developing good standard reporting and collaborating with the customer.
7. Ensuring all shifts are adequately covered.
8. Developing the team to enhance skills and competencies.
9. Maintaining high standards of housekeeping in all automated areas.
10. Adhering to all health and safety requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

The successful Maintenance Supervisor will have:

• ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience in Engineering and Maintenance
• Effective time management skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Good customer relations skills
• Ability to manage a team effectively

This role is suitable for a current shift leader, supervisor, or an engineer seeking to advance into management. The candidate must be technically proficient, quick to learn, and capable of understanding the customer's operational plans.

To Apply

If you believe you are a suitable candidate and wish to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.