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Maintenance Team Leader

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 52,000 - 52,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sileby, Leicestershire, East Midlands

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Maintenance Team LeaderLocation: Sileby 
 Salary: £52,000
Shift: 3 Shift (Days, Afternoons, Nights)

We’re working with a well established manufacturing business that’s looking for a Shift Maintenance Team Leader to take charge of a multi-skilled team focused on reactive maintenance.

This is a hands on leadership role where you’ll be right in the middle of the action coordinating breakdown response, supporting the team technically, and making sure issues are dealt with quickly and safely. It would suit someone who’s stepped up from the tools or already leading a team, and is confident making decisions under pressure.

Benefits 
17% Pension 
25 days holiday plus bank holidays 
Life assurance
Training and development opportunities 
Enhanced parental leave 
Cycle to work scheme What you’ll be doingYou’ll be leading from the front, keeping the plant running and supporting your team to respond effectively to breakdowns:

Leading and organising the reactive maintenance team based on priorities and risk
Responding quickly to breakdowns and coordinating repairs to minimise downtime
Providing technical support to electricians, fitters, and multi-skilled engineers
Making sure all work is completed safely and to a high standard
Keeping accurate records of faults, repairs, and parts used in the CMMS
Communicating clearly with production on plant status and repair plans
Spotting recurring issues and feeding into longer-term improvements
Ensuring all safety procedures are followed (LOTO, PPE, isolations)
Running toolbox talks and safety briefings
Monitoring team performance and key maintenance KPIs
Supporting the development of the team through coaching and mentoring The right candidateWe're after someone who can lead, organise, and stay calm under pressure:

Background as a Maintenance Fitter, Electrician, or multi-skilled engineer
Previous leadership or supervisory experience
Strong fault finding and problem solving skills (mechanical and/or electrical)
Ability to prioritise breakdowns and manage workload effectively
Good understanding of plant equipment (conveyors, pumps, mixers, etc.)
Clear communication and strong organisational skills
A solid approach to safety and site procedures 

If you are interested in this role, get in touch with Josh Sharkey from Stirling Warrington for this role or any other role across the East Midlands.

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