Lead Engineer
Location: Leicester
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Monday to Friday
Salary : Up to £52,500 per annum
An experienced engineering professional is required to step into a leadership position, supporting the Engineering Manager while driving operational performance and team development. This role plays a key part in ensuring engineering excellence, safety compliance, and continuous improvement across site operations
Key Responsibilities needed for thisLead Engineer role:
Leadership & Team Support:
Lead, coach and support a team of engineers, providing hands-on technical guidance
Act as deputy to the Engineering Manager, overseeing activities and budgets when required
Ensure planned preventative maintenance schedules and corrective works are completed effectively
Support delivery of training for engineers and operators on equipment and processes
Compliance, Safety & Standards
Ensure adherence to QHSE standards, policies and procedures
Maintain compliance with risk assessments, COSHH, RIDDOR and relevant regulations
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure training requirements are met
Support maintenance of industry accreditations and standards
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
Work closely with production teams to improve equipment performance and OEE
Lead initiatives around sustainability and waste reduction
Support installation, testing and maintenance of plant and equipment
Source spare parts and machinery via approved suppliers
Skills & Experience needed for thisLead Engineer role:
Strong communication and leadership skills
Proven ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability
Financial awareness including budgeting and forecasting
Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
Qualifications & Background
Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3/City & Guilds or apprenticeship)
Proven experience within industrial maintenance or production environments
Previous supervisory or management experience
Experience in continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives
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