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Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Compton Dando; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable business reputation

Career prospects and progression

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is seeking an Engineering Supervisor (Feed Manufacturing) to lead a skilled maintenance team at a Bristol site. You will plan maintenance, drive reliability improvements and work closely with production to maximise plant performance, while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires supervisory experience and a mechanical or electrical engineering qualification, with CMMS and PLC familiarity.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering supervisory or team leader roles.
• Mechanical or electrical engineering qualification.
• Experience in feed manufacturing or a similar process industry.
• Strong knowledge of planned maintenance systems and CMMS software.
• Experience with PLC-controlled production equipment.
• Electrical fault-finding skills in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of steam, boilers or compressed air systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the maintenance engineering team.
• Plan and coordinate preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability and plant performance.
• Manage maintenance schedules and engineering records using a CMMS.
• Work with production to minimise downtime and improve efficiency.
• Investigate recurring equipment issues and implement long‑term solutions.
• Coordinate external contractors and ensure safety and standards.
• Manage engineering stores and spare parts to support maintenance operations.
• Support compliance with statutory inspections and site engineering requirements.
• Provide technical support during breakdowns and participate in on‑call rota.

Skills

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

PLC familiarity

Electrical fault-finding

Communication skills

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification

Tools

CMMS software

PLC-controlled production equipment

Job description

Engineering Supervisor (Feed Manufacturing) - North Somerset - £56,000 + Benefits

As Engineering Supervisor, you\'ll be responsible for ensuring the site\'s engineering function operates efficiently, supporting production through effective maintenance planning and strong leadership. Working closely with the Production and Operations teams, you\'ll help maximise plant performance while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading and supporting a team of maintenance engineers
• Planning and coordinating preventative and reactive maintenance activities
• Driving improvements in equipment reliability and plant performance
• Managing maintenance schedules and engineering records using a CMMS
• Working closely with production to minimise downtime and improve efficiency
• Investigating recurring equipment issues and implementing long‑term solutions
• Coordinating external contractors and ensuring work is completed safely and to the required standards
• Managing engineering stores and spare parts to support efficient maintenance operations
• Supporting compliance with statutory inspections and site engineering requirements
• Providing technical support during breakdowns, including participation in an on‑call rota

The Company:

We\'re working with a well established manufacturer within the agricultural sector to recruit an Engineering Supervisor to lead a skilled maintenance team at their Bristol site. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in manufacturing or process engineering who enjoys leading people, improving equipment reliability, and driving operational performance in a fast paced production environment.

The Candidate:

• Previous experience in an engineering supervisory or team leader role
• A recognised Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification
• Experience working within feed manufacturing or a similar process industry
• Strong knowledge of planned maintenance systems and CMMS softwareExperience with PLC-controlled production equipment
• Electrical fault-finding skills within an industrial environment
• Knowledge of steam, boilers or compressed air systems
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A practical approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

The Package:

• Competitive salary of £56,000 DOE
• Join a stable and respected business within the agricultural sector
• A varied leadership role with genuine responsibility
• Opportunity to influence engineering standards and continuous improvement initiatives
• Supportive working environment with long-term career prospects

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.