Team Leader

The Langley; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Wisbech is seeking a Night Engineering Lead to oversee the night shift operations. This fast-paced role requires a strong engineering background and previous leadership experience. Responsibilities include managing the engineering team, ensuring maintenance adherence, and fostering a safety-first culture. The firm offers competitive benefits, including a health cash plan and development opportunities. The position is based on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, providing a work-life balance.

Benefits

4 on 4 off night shifts

Health Cash Plan

Discounts across retailers

Electric car and cycle-to-work schemes

Life assurance and income protection

On-site health checks and wellbeing support

Ongoing leadership development and technical training

Qualifications

• Must have a strong engineering background (mechanical and/or electrical).
• Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment is required.
• Previous leadership experience, either formal or informal.

Responsibilities

• Lead the night engineering team, managing performance and priorities.
• Ensure planned maintenance is completed effectively.
• Support your team with technical guidance and coaching.
• Drive a strong safety-first culture across all engineering activity.

Skills

Strong engineering background

Leadership experience

Calm decision-making under pressure

Strong communication skills

Proactive, solutions-focused approach

Education

NVQ Level 3 or HNC qualification

Job description

Overview

You’ll be the go‑to person for all things engineering on nights, running the shift, supporting your team, and ensuring production keeps moving. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role that offers the variety you need to enjoy problem‑solving, leading by example, and driving standards forward.

What we offer

• 4 on 4 off night shifts – a clean pattern, proper time off
• Health Cash Plan – cover for everyday medical expenses
• Discounts across supermarkets, retailers, entertainment and more
• Electric car and cycle‑to‑work schemes
• Life assurance and income protection
• Ongoing leadership development and technical training
• On‑site health checks, flu jabs, and wellbeing support
• Strong internal culture with social events, community work, and team rewards
• A business recognised as a Great Place to Work

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the night engineering team – setting the pace and owning performance
• Manage priorities and coordinate breakdown response
• Ensure planned maintenance is completed effectively
• Support your team with technical guidance and coaching
• Participate in RCA, CI projects, and asset care improvements
• Drive a strong safety‑first culture across all engineering activity
• Communicate clearly with day teams and other departments
• Own shift reports, CMMS updates, and stock‑control disciplines

What you’ll need

• Time‑served or formally qualified (NVQ Level 3 / HNC or equivalent)
• Strong engineering background – mechanical and/or electrical
• Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Previous leadership experience – formal or informal
• Calm, confident decision‑making under pressure
• Strong communicator who can get the best out of others
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach to people, kit and process
• Sound knowledge of compliance: PUWER, LOLER, & health & safety standards

Working Hours

4 on 4 off nights, 6 pm‑6 am. Location: March, Cambridgeshire.