Engineering Team Leader in Newcastle Emlyn

Engineering Team Leader

Location: Newcastle-under -Lyme ST5

Department: Engineering / Maintenance

Reporting to: Maintenance Manager

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off days and nights, 12-hour shifts.

Permanent Vacancy

Annual Pay Rate: £56,368.11 Monthly Pay, PAYE. Statutory Deductions for TAX, NI and (Pension if not opted) out apply.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Engineering Team Leader to provide leadership, direction, and coaching to a shift engineering team. You will optimise engineering resources, drive continuous improvement, and ensure high standards in the maintenance of capital equipment, buildings, and utility services.

This role combines team leadership with hands‑on engineering responsibilities, including planned maintenance, fault‑finding, breakdown repairs, installations, and continuous improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the shift engineering team across mechanical and electrical trades
• Ensure all engineering work is carried out safely and in accordance with health & safety legislation and site standards
• Complete hazard reports, walk and talks, POWRAs, and other safety documentation
• Conduct audits of workshop, jobs, toolbox talks, and lockers to maintain standards
• Coordinate engineering resources, liaising with the Maintenance Manager and Manufacturing Managers to prioritise work effectively
• Act as the engineering point of contact for the shift and attend relevant meetings
• Communicate with suppliers regarding plant or machine issues and manage contractors as required
• Record and close maintenance tasks using CMMS in a timely and accurate manner
• Identify and implement CI projects to improve plant performance
• Participate actively in annual overhaul planning
• Support investigations and reporting for accidents, product incidents, and DPER as required

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Completed a recognised craft apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent trade qualification
• Ideally qualified to HNC/HND level
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations if electrically skilled
• Proven experience leading people in an FMCG or manufacturing environment
• Computer literate; experience with CMMS is desirable
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement techniques is an advantage

Key Behaviours & Competencies

• Confident under pressure, with strong problem‑solving and fault‑finding skills
• Able to implement solutions to prevent recurrence of issues
• Organised, able to prioritise tasks effectively while maintaining high standards
• Strong team player, but able to work independently when needed
• Continuous Improvement mindset and commitment to ongoing training and upskilling
• Lead by example and motivate team members to achieve their best

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of engineering health and safety KPIs, including LTIs, POWRAs, hazard reporting, and walk and talks
• Individual and shift weekly job completion targets, including planned and breakdown work
• Year‑on‑year reduction in plant loss and damage
• Successful delivery of projects and work to the required standard
• Compliance with statutory regulations and health & safety standards

What We Offer

• Leadership role in a fast‑paced, dynamic manufacturing environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Apply now to join a team committed to operational excellence and engineering innovation.

This job is commutable from the following areas: Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Hanley, Longton, Burslem, Tunstall, Fenton, Trentham and surrounding areas.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and comply with the Equality Act 2010.

Ethero Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.