Maintenance Team Leader / Supervisor - NO WEEKENDS - Ballymena Area

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading company located in the Ballymena area is seeking a Maintenance Team Leader/Supervisor to ensure optimization of equipment performance and support continuous improvement efforts. The successful candidate will oversee maintenance tasks while adhering to safety standards. Competitive salary and various benefits are included, with standard hours Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Pension

Leave schemes

Sharesave

Holiday purchase

Qualifications

• 3 years as a skilled maintenance technician required.
• Understanding of risk assessments and safe working procedures.
• Practical experience in engineering functions.

Responsibilities

• Work across mechanical and electrical trades as qualified.
• Perform fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs on plant and machinery.
• Carry out planned maintenance and upgrades.

Skills

Knowledge of H&S requirements related to engineering

Problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Decision-making skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Engineering City and Guilds, ONC, NVQ Level 3

17th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maintenance Team Leader / Supervisor - NO WEEKENDS - Ballymena Area - Competitive Salary

Your New Company

Our client is a market-leading company with a site in the Ballymena area and part of a multi-site business across the UK. The business is built on four main principles: People, Quality, Value, and Innovation.

Your New Role

As a Maintenance Team Leader / Supervisor, reporting to the Maintenance Manager, your main duties will include:

1. Providing engineering resources for planned preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance, repairs, refurbishment, installation, and upgrades to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
2. Developing a culture of continuous improvement to reduce engineering downtime and maintain high plant availability, efficiency, and quality.
3. Ensuring all engineering work adheres to high standards of Engineering, Quality, Safety, and Hygiene.
4. Managing interactions with employees at all levels and liaising with departments like Production and Engineering Managers.
5. Ensuring structured and effective handovers between shifts.
6. Ensuring all activities comply with safety, quality, and legal standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Work across mechanical and electrical trades as qualified.
2. Perform fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs on plant and machinery.
3. Carry out planned maintenance, modifications, and upgrades.
4. Utilize and develop the CMMS system.
5. Involve in project work as required.
6. Liaise with suppliers and update documentation.
7. Support change management, safety checks, and team coaching.
8. Lead or participate in CI initiatives to improve processes and safety.
9. Obtain and sign out Permits to Work.
10. Provide comprehensive handovers and ensure compliance with audits.
11. Perform other duties as needed, respecting safety and quality standards.

Health and Safety

Adhere to all health and safety regulations, take responsibility for safety checks, monitor staff behaviors, and contribute to a safety-conscious culture.

Qualifications

• Engineering City and Guilds, ONC, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent apprenticeship with practical experience.
• 17th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Level 2 H&S awareness.
• Understanding of risk assessments and safe working procedures.

Experience

• At least 3 years as a skilled maintenance technician.
• Practical experience in engineering functions.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of H&S requirements related to engineering.
• Experience with CMMS.
• Broad knowledge of engineering disciplines.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to operate under pressure.
• Good communication, decision-making, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Permit to Work and Lock Off procedures.

What You'll Get

Competitive salary, benefits including pension, leave schemes, sharesave, and holiday purchase, with standard hours Monday-Friday 12:00-20:30.

What to Do Next

Click 'apply now' with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion. If this role isn't right, we can discuss other opportunities.