Maintenance Team Lead: Reliability & Safety Champion

UNITED UTILITIES; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional water service provider is seeking a passionate leader to supervise and mentor a team of Field Service Engineers in Carlisle. This role involves proactive maintenance planning, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and fostering a culture of collaboration. Candidates should possess specific technical expertise in maintenance disciplines and leadership skills, alongside a full UK driving licence due to travel requirements. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual leave, pension contributions, and a comprehensive healthcare plan.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Competitive pension scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Qualifications

• Time-served in a maintenance discipline with analytical skills to diagnose faults.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and lead a team effectively.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize workloads in fast-changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with health standards.
• Lead proactive maintenance planning with a focus on schedule compliance.
• Maintain exceptional workshop standards for a safe and clean environment.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Leadership & People Skills

Organisational & Problem-Solving Skills

Digital & Data Capability

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Education

HNC in Engineering or equivalent

Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

A regional water service provider is seeking a passionate leader to supervise and mentor a team of Field Service Engineers in Carlisle. This role involves proactive maintenance planning, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and fostering a culture of collaboration. Candidates should possess specific technical expertise in maintenance disciplines and leadership skills, alongside a full UK driving licence due to travel requirements. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual leave, pension contributions, and a comprehensive healthcare plan.