Maintenance Supervisor in Merthyr Tydfil

Hunter Selection; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Death in service

Electric car scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

31 days' annual leave

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Hunter Selection is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Merthyr Tydfil for a well-established manufacturing business. You will lead a team of multiskilled engineers on shift, ensuring continuous production while implementing preventative maintenance and timely breakdown repairs.

The role focuses on improving equipment reliability, applying continuous improvement, and upholding health & safety practices across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience as Maintenance Supervisor or similar in manufacturing.
• Strong fault finding on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proven ability to lead and develop engineering team.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.
• Experience with preventative maintenance schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multiskilled engineering team on shift to sustain production.
• Deliver planned preventive maintenance and react to breakdowns.
• Improve processes to boost equipment reliability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Drive continuous improvement and site performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical & mechanical

Health & safety

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

Merthyr Tydfil

28594/534M

52,000

Benefits Package:

• A starting salary of 52,000
• Company Pension
• Death in Service
• Electric Car Scheme
• Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme
• 31 days annual leave per year (after probation)
• Pure Gym Membership Discount

Our client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business with a significant presence across the UK and Europe. Operating from a modern, high-volume production facility, the business offers a collaborative and supportive working environment where employee development is actively encouraged. With ongoing investment in equipment, technology, and career progression opportunities, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation that values its workforce and promotes long-term career development.

Role & Responsibilities:

To manage a team of Multiskilled Engineers on a shift rotation - ensuring they maintain continuous production and improve efficiencies safely through effectively implementing preventative maintenance schedules and responding in a timely manner to breakdown repairs. Ensure continuous improvement methodologies are applied that improves the operational function.

• Lead and support a team of engineers in delivering both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support across a range of production equipment.
• Drive equipment reliability and performance by identifying opportunities to improve processes and maintenance practices.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in line with company health & safety procedures and industry best practices.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation using relevant systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects, helping to enhance operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve overall site performance.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in a Maintenance Supervisor, Team Leader, or Senior Engineer position within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong fault-finding and maintenance skills across both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Relevant engineering qualifications, such as an HNC/HND, NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship, or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop an engineering team in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement, and equipment reliability.
• Strong understanding of health & safety requirements and engineering best practices.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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