Shift Team Lead

Staffline; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Shift Team Leader in the United Kingdom to oversee day-to-day operations in a processing plant. The ideal candidate will have strong team management skills, a solid understanding of Health and Safety regulations, and some mechanical knowledge. Responsibilities include ensuring operational efficiency, supporting staffing levels, and maintaining cleanliness. This position requires physical fitness and effective communication skills. Interested candidates should send their CV and salary expectations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in managing a team is essential.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is advantageous for maintaining plant.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety is required.
• Competence in IT systems is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational efficiency of plant and equipment.
• Support staffing levels and shift coverage.
• Report incidents and maintain cleanliness standards.
• Complete paperwork and keep accurate records.

Skills

Team management

Communication skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Health and Safety understanding

IT competence

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Plant management software

Job description

Our client is currently recruiting a Shift Team Leader who will assist in the day-to‑day processing operations across various activities. This is a hands‑on role requiring a flexible, proactive, and versatile approach. You will ensure consistent performance within the team, promoting safe and efficient working practices at all times

Key Responsibilities

• Operational efficiency to ensure the site plant and equipment operate to maximum efficiency in a safe and controlled manner.
• Ensure all operators, contractors, and visitors adhere to company safety systems. Comply with all safety instructions and procedures, reporting any unsafe practices, accidents, or incidents.
• Support Plant Supervisor to maintain adequate staffing levels on‑site and ensure all shifts are suitably covered.
• Flexible towards working hours to ensure continuous site operations day and night.
• Promptly report incidents, emergencies, or repairs to the Site/Engineering Manager to minimise disruption.
• Ensure process plant and equipment operate safely, effectively, and efficiently during the shift period.
• Maintain the highest cleanliness standards in all working areas.
• Ensuring that all plant is maintained in a clean condition. Any defect affecting the safe working order of a machine is to be reported immediately.
• Complete all allocated paperwork and maintain accurate records. Maintain true and accurate records of materials recycled to maximise recycling levels within safe systems of work.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Previous experience in assisting with the management of people is essential.
• Basic mechanical knowledge for maintaining a processing plant in a manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety and Environmental legislation.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Competence in using IT systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, plant management software).
• Effective team management and leadership skills.
• Attention to detail for record-keeping and compliance.
• Must be physically fit to operate and oversee heavy plant operations, including regular lifting, bending, and working in varying weather conditions.

Work Schedule

• 48 hours per week.
• Dayshift Mon‑Thurs 7 am‑6 pm / Fri 7 pm‑4 pm.
• Nightshift Mon‑Thurs 6 pm‑7 am.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and thriving business. If this position is of interest, please send your most recent CV and salary expectations to the address supplied.