Maintenance Engineering Team Leader

Description:

Are you a highly skilled multi-skilled Engineer with team leadership experience, looking for an exciting opportunity to make an impact? Yolk Recruitment is thrilled to be recruiting for an Maintenance Team Leader near Taunton. This is your chance to join a FMCG/Consumer Goods manufacturer who work with global leaders in their field, offering a role packed with various opportunities, and rewards.

This is what you'll be doing:

As an Engineering Team Leader, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of operations across the site. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating a small team of engineers across 24/7 shifts to maintain optimal equipment performance.
• Ensuring planned preventative maintenance is carried out effectively, minimising downtime.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical and electrical issues, including PLC systems and automated machinery.
• Proactively identifying risks and implementing solutions to ensure seamless production.
• Coaching and mentoring apprentices, fostering skill development within your team.
• Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, driving both safety and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong multi-skilled engineering expertise, with an electrical bias preferred.
• Proven team leadership experience, particularly within a manufacturing environment.
• Compex training is highly desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and risk management.