Shift Supervisor

Siamo Recruitment a division of Siamo Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension with matched 6%

MyStaffShop discount scheme

Medical helpline and Employee Asssas?e

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Siamo Recruitment is seeking a confident Shift Leader to join a growing manufacturing team in Watford. This role offers full training and a clear path into leadership, with the chance to guide teams across multiple departments and manage daily shift operations.

You will lead by example, communicate across shifts, and handle attendance, performance, and wellbeing while upholding health and safety standards. This is a hands-on supervisory role with development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Confidence in making decisions and handling challenges.
• Reliable, organised and proactive approach.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety.
• Previous supervisory experience is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and motivate employees across different departments.
• Work alongside Production Operators on automated and manual manufacturing processes.
• Manage day-to-day employee matters, including attendance, performance and wellbeing.
• Coordinate production activities and ensure smooth shift operations.
• Act as the first point of contact for operational and Health & Safety matters.
• Respond to accidents, incidents and emergencies.
• Maintain effective communication between departments and shifts.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Strong communication

People skills

Decision making

Organised approach

Health & Safety

Supervisory experience

Job description

WE ARE RECRUITING - SHIFT LEADER

Take the next step in your career!

Siamo Recruitment is looking for a confident and motivated Shift Leader to join a growing manufacturing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with manufacturing experience who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role. Previous supervisory experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

The Role - Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support and motivate employees across different departments.
• Work alongside Production Operators on automated and manual manufacturing processes.
• Manage day-to-day employee matters, including attendance, performance and wellbeing.
• Coordinate production activities and ensure smooth shift operations.
• Act as the first point of contact for operational and Health & Safety matters.
• Respond to accidents, incidents and emergencies.
• Maintain effective communication between departments and shifts.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Confidence in making decisions and handling challenges.
• A reliable, organised and proactive approach.
• A good understanding of Health & Safety.
• Previous supervisory experience is an advantage but not essential.

Training & Development

• Full paid training will be provided, including:
• Emergency First Aid
• Mental Health First Aid
• Fire Marshal Training
• IOSH Working Safely / Managing Safely
• ILM Leadership & Supervisory Training
• Excellent opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress into future Team Leader or Management positions.

Pay & Benefits

• £15.60 per hour basic rate
• Average annual earnings of approximately £36,037, including shift premiums.
• Average 38.33 hours per week.
• 3-shift rotation:
• Mornings: 6am-2pm
• Afternoons: 2pm-10pm (15% shift premium)
• Nights: 10pm-6am (33% shift premium)
• 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service up to 25 days.
• Company pension with matched contributions up to 6%.
• MyStaffShop discount scheme.
• Medical helpline and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Excellent training and career development opportunities.

Interested?

We would love to hear from you!