Maintenance Team LeaderMonday to Friday - Days (8am-5pm)
Up to £49,000 + bonus & benefits
Chard, Somerset
Commutable from: Yeovil, Crewkerne, Illminster, Taunton, South Petherton, LangportA hands-on leadership role within a stable, high-performing manufacturing siteWe're working with a well-established manufacturing business that continues to perform strongly year on year. The site benefits from consistent investment, a solid order book, and a clear focus on long-term stability rather than short-term fixes.They are now looking to appoint a Maintenance Team Leader to take responsibility for day-to-day engineering operations, reporting to the engineering manager you will be in a hands on role ensuring production equipment runs safely, reliably and efficiently.This is a site-based, hands-on leadership role, suited to someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor, supporting engineers directly and keeping standards high.The roleAs Maintenance Team Leader, you'll oversee all maintenance activity across the site, balancing reactive support with planned work and longer-term improvement.Key responsibilities include:Leading and supporting the site maintenance team, setting daily priorities and allocating workEnsuring full engineering cover for breakdowns, PPM and small projects to minimise downtime and wasteWorking closely with the Engineering Manager on capital projects and improvement initiativesDriving high standards around health & safety, hygiene and engineering complianceEnsuring PPM schedules are planned, completed and reviewed effectivelyManaging shift handovers, daily task boards and CMMS accuracyCoordinating contractors, permits to work and safe systems of workCarrying out root cause analysis on repeat issues and supporting long-term solutionsIdentifying skills gaps and supporting development within the engineering teamProviding cover for the Engineering Manager when requiredWhat we're looking forExperience in a maintenance shift leader role within manufacturing or FMCGStrong people management and communication skillsConfident prioritising work in a live production environmentGood understanding of PPM, reactive maintenance and reliability improvementComfortable working with CMMS systems, KPIs and maintenance planningApprentice trained or formally qualified in mechanical or electrical engineering
(HNC or Degree level desirable, not essential)A calm, practical leadership style with the confidence to challenge and improve standardsBenefits33 days holiday per annumCompany bonus schemeLife assuranceCompany pension schemeCompany sick pay schemeTraining and development providedHealth and wellbeing initiativesFree hot drinks on siteFree fruit and vegetablesOn-site vending facilitiesFree on-site parkingInterested?This is a key leadership role within a financially stable, well-run manufacturing site that values its engineering function and invests in its people.If you're a Maintenance Team Leader (or an Engineer ready to step up) and want a long-term, days-based role with real ownership, apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion before applying.
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