At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of engineers to ensure efficient maintenance and reliability of production equipment.
- Company: Established building products manufacturing business in Doncaster.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on leadership role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on continuous improvement and safety compliance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving improvements in plant reliability and team development.
- Qualifications: Electrical engineering experience with strong leadership and fault-finding skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50400 - 61600 £ per year.
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £56,000
Shift: 3 on / 2 off / 2 on / 3 off – 12-hour Days & Nights
We’re recruiting for an Engineering Team Leader – Electrical Bias to join an established building products manufacturing business in Doncaster. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Engineering Supervisor, Team Leader or Senior Maintenance Engineer looking to take the next step into a hands-on leadership role. You’ll lead a team of engineers while playing a key role in plant reliability, maintenance performance and continuous improvement.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day engineering function, ensuring production equipment is maintained safely, efficiently and reliably. Key responsibilities include:
- Lead, motivate and develop a team of maintenance engineers.
- Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance across the site.
- Carry out electrical fault-finding, diagnostics and repairs.
- Respond effectively to engineering breakdowns and minimise downtime.
- Drive improvements in plant reliability, OEE and equipment performance.
- Manage and improve the PPM programme.
- Coach and develop engineers through training and support.
- Work closely with Production and Operations to maximise equipment availability.
- Identify recurring faults and implement effective root-cause solutions.
- Support engineering projects, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement.
- Ensure all maintenance activities meet company health & safety and compliance standards.
About You
We’re looking for an electrically biased engineer with strong leadership and fault-finding experience. Ideally, you’ll have:
- Previous experience as an Engineering Team Leader, Engineering Supervisor, Chargehand, Senior Maintenance Engineer or Electrical Maintenance Engineer.
- Strong electrical engineering and fault-finding skills.
- Experience leading or supervising an engineering team.
- A recognised electrical/engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent.
- Good knowledge of PLCs, sensors, control systems, motors, inverters and industrial electrical systems.
- Strong understanding of PPM and preventative maintenance.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- A proactive approach to improving reliability and reducing downtime.
- Manufacturing or industrial experience.
- Experience within building products, construction materials, plastics, concrete, aggregates or similar manufacturing environments would be advantageous.
Maintenance Team Leader - Electrical in Doncaster employer: Questech Recruitment Ltd
Questech Recruitment is an excellent employer for CNC Machinists, offering a supportive work culture that values precision and skill in the heart of Bradford, West Yorkshire. With flexible shift options and competitive pay, employees benefit from a commitment to professional growth and development within the thriving Mechanical & Engineering sector. Join a team where your expertise is recognised and rewarded, and where you can contribute to high-quality manufacturing in a dynamic environment.
