At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team of engineers and ensure top-notch performance on shift.
- Company: Join a leading logistics company with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy free parking, generous leave, and a fantastic pension scheme.
- Other info: Work in a supportive atmosphere with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Previous engineering and people management experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Position: Engineering Shift Manager
Location: Stoke on Trent (ST4 4EX) Shift patterns: 3 on 3 off.
- Rotational Day and Night shifts (06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00)
- Contract
- Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of up to 15 people (Engineers, Maintenance colleagues and Jam fixers).
- Oversee engineering performance targets on shift to achieve agreed KPIs on productivity, quality and cost.
- Complete all team performance reviews and one‑to‑one meetings for direct reports within the required timeframe.
- Ensure all plant and equipment are maintained in accordance with site‑approved maintenance schedules and relevant legal standards.
- Proactively and reactively address maintenance requirements, identify root‑cause analyses of repetitive issues.
- Ensure fault escalation is communicated in a timely manner to Operations teams, including estimated time of recovery during breakdowns.
- Accurately record all data required for systems analysis and reporting and document repairs to correct any issues.
- Develop strong management capability through effective performance management, coaching, mentoring and development of teams and individuals.
Qualifications
- Previous engineering experience is essential.
- Previous people management experience within a Supply Chain/Logistics environment is essential.
- Level 3 City and Guilds or BTEC ONC in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering is essential.
- Automation and/or heavy machinery experience desirable.
- Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
- Ability to work in a pressurised environment ensuring all targets are constantly monitored.
- Adaptability to an ever‑changing environment and a dynamic approach to process change.
Benefits
- Free parking and on‑site canteen.
- 33 days annual leave.
- Generous pension scheme: 8% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution.
- Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations.
- Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts.
- Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice.
- Visit https://careers. dhl. com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more.
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Engineering Shift Manager employer: GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales)
GB Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development. Located in Widnes, the company provides a competitive salary along with a generous pension scheme and lifestyle discounts, making it an attractive place for those seeking a rewarding career in fleet management.
Contact Details:
GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales) Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Engineering Shift Manager
Team Management
Performance Management
Engineering Knowledge
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Root Cause Analysis
Communication Skills
