Mechanical Supervisor

Heidelberg Materials AG; Stamford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is looking for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to manage our maintenance team in Stamford. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with safety regulations while leading maintenance of mechanical systems. Key responsibilities include supervising personnel, planning maintenance tasks, and driving improvements in operations. A competitive salary and extensive employee benefits are offered, including flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance.

Benefits

27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays)

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced family leave policies

Paid volunteering day annually

Qualifications

• Proven ability to read and interpret complex technical documents.
• Extensive experience in diagnosing and repairing fluid power systems.
• Skilled in various welding and metalworking processes.
• Experienced in maintaining large machinery and drives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical personnel ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Plan and oversee maintenance tasks according to company standards.
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance using SAP-PM.
• Provide training and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

Documentation & Drawings

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Welding & Fabrication

Fitting & Machining

Gear Systems

Large Machinery

Lifting & Rigging

Pumps & Compressors

Bulk Handling

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 Equivalent in mechanical field

ONC - Minimum

HNC - Advantage

LOLER - Appointed Person

Job description

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Mechanical Supervisor - Engineering Excellence Starts Here We're seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Supervisor to lead our maintenance team, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations across all mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise mechanical personnel and contractors, ensuring compliance with safety and company procedures.
• Plan, assign, and oversee maintenance tasks in line with Heidelberg's MIP standards.
• Interpret and produce technical documentation, drawings, and plans.
• Lead fault diagnosis and repairs across a wide range of systems and equipment.

Technical Expertise Required:

• Documentation & Drawings: Ability to read, interpret, and produce complex technical documents and system plans.
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics: Skilled in diagnosing and repairing fluid power systems.
• Welding & Fabrication: Proficient in MIG, TIG, arc welding, and metalworking processes.
• Fitting & Machining: Experienced in bench fitting, turning, milling, drilling, and grinding.
• Gear Systems: Knowledge of gear reducers and clutches, including disassembly and refurbishment.
• Large Machinery: Capable of aligning and maintaining large drives, kilns, mills, and fans.
• Lifting & Rigging: Competent in planning and executing complex lifting operations.
• Pumps & Compressors: Maintenance of various pumping and compressed air systems.
• Bulk Handling: Skilled in maintaining conveyors, silos, hoppers, and packaging systems.

Maintenance Leadership:

• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance using SAP-PM.
• Identify and implement reliability improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Support RCFA, FMEA, and technical evaluations.
• Provide training and ensure technical documentation is up to date.
• Contribute to budget planning and investment proposals.

Education/Qualification

• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 Equivalent in mechanical field
• ONC - Minimum
• HNC - Advantage
• LOLER - Appointed Person

Join us and play a key role in maintaining and improving the performance of critical assets.

What's on Offer:

Salary Competitive

* Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador

* Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical

* Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause

* Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)