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Engineering Team Leader
?? Boston, Lincolnshire
?? £56,500
? 4 on 4 off | Days & Nights Rotation
Benefits
? £56,500 Basic Salary
? Clear progression pathway into a Maintenance Manager position within 2-3 years
? 80% hands-on engineering role with 20% leadership responsibilities
? Join a business that has recently invested £1.5 million into site improvements
? Long-term career development opportunities
? Stable and growing manufacturing environment
? Opportunity to make a genuine impact and influence engineering standards
? Supportive leadership team focused on employee development
Job Specification
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Team Leader to join a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site in Boston.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking to step into leadership while remaining heavily involved in day-to-day engineering activities. Unlike many Team Leader positions, this role is 80% hands-on engineering and 20% people management, meaning you'll still spend the majority of your time fault finding, repairing machinery, carrying out PPMs, and supporting production.
You'll lead a team of 2 engineers on shift, ensuring equipment reliability, minimising downtime, and driving continuous improvement across the site. xgikmsk This role offers a clear route into Maintenance Management for an ambitious engineer looking to progress their career.
Leadership & Team Management (20%)
- Lead and support a team of 2 shift engineers
- Allocate daily workloads and prioritise maintenance activities
- Provide technical guidance and coaching to engineers on shift
- Drive a proactive maintenance culture across the department
- Support skills development and performance improvement initiatives
- Conduct shift handovers and communicate effectively with production teams
- Act as the first point of contact for engineering-related issues during your shift
Hands-On Engineering & Reliability (80%)
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities
- Respond quickly and effectively to machinery breakdowns
- Diagnose and repair both electrical and mechanical faults
- Minimise downtime and maximise production efficiency
- Complete root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures
- Support installation, commissioning and upgrade projects
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost savings
- Drive machine reliability and engineering performance
Electrical Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair faults on single and three-phase systems
- Maintain motors, contac Please click on the apply button to read the full job description
Engineering Team Leader in Boston employer: Synergi Search & Select
As a leading UK poultry manufacturer, our client offers an exceptional work environment that prioritises quality, innovation, and sustainability. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that encourages professional growth and development, alongside competitive remuneration and benefits. Located in a vibrant area, this role provides the opportunity to contribute to a respected brand while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
