Shift Lead: Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

CareerArc; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, is seeking an experienced Multiskilled Lead Shift Engineer. The role involves supervising shift operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and maintaining operational efficiency. Candidates should possess strong leadership abilities, multi-skilled experience in mechanical and electrical disciplines, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This is an opportunity to mentor engineers while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop engineering teams.
• Experience in a fast-paced FMCG or food manufacturing environment.
• Experience with PPM systems and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering team during shift operations.
• Champion health and safety compliance.
• Monitor equipment performance and initiate corrective actions.
• Provide technical authority and mentorship to team members.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis and CI projects.

Skills

Proven leadership experience

Strong fault-finding skills

Multi-skilled in electrical and mechanical disciplines

Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings

Education

Apprentice trained in engineering (mechanical/electrical)

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, is seeking an experienced Multiskilled Lead Shift Engineer. The role involves supervising shift operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and maintaining operational efficiency. Candidates should possess strong leadership abilities, multi-skilled experience in mechanical and electrical disciplines, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This is an opportunity to mentor engineers while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.