Senior Engineer

We are currently seeking an experienced and hands-on Engineering Supervisor to join a dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Head of Engineering (HOE), this is a key leadership role responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of the Engineering Department. You will play a crucial role in ensuring plant machinery, maintenance, and utilities are operating effectively through both preventative and reactive maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively manage and support the overall Engineering Department operations.
• Drive Health & Safety initiatives across the department and wider site.
• Assist in planning and implementing the Preventative Maintenance Programme (PPM).
• Monitor and improve systems for plant and machinery uptime; proactively address any potential downtime risks.
• Supervise and support Shift Engineers and Engineering Assistants to deliver high-quality maintenance and cleaning schedules.
• Ensure all spare parts inventory is maintained and discrepancies reported to the HOE.
• Liaise closely with the Production Team to coordinate emergency repairs and minimise operational disruption.
• Maintain and enforce safe systems of work and support H&S audits and compliance activities.
• Provide shift cover when required (including holidays, sickness, training), and participate in the engineering on-call rota.
• Assist with training and development of the engineering team.
• Lead daily and monthly meetings in the absence of the HOE.
• Uphold strict confidentiality in relation to company operations and employee matters.
• Promote and maintain cleanliness, organisation, and safety in all engineering workspaces.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including Health & Safety and COSHH requirements.

• Proven experience in an engineering supervisory or management role, ideally within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and plant maintenance.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach with a strong attention to detail.
• A flexible and dependable attitude, especially regarding shift cover and call-outs.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and safe systems of work.
• Relevant qualifications in Engineering or a related field (HNC/HND/Apprenticeship or equivalent).

• Competitive salary and shift allowance
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A supportive team environment
• Pension scheme and additional benefits
• A chance to make a direct impact on operational efficiency and safety