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Engineering Team Leader - Nights

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Engineering Team Leader - Nights

  • Location:

    March

  • Sector:

    Fresh Produce, Food Manufacturing

  • Salary:

    £48000 - £55000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Jake Gilbert

  • Job ref:

    HQ20246

  • Published:

    6 days ago

Engineering Team Leader - Nights
4 on 4 off | 6pm-6am | March, Cambridgeshire
Lead from the front. Fix what's broken. Build a better shift.

This is a chance to step into a key leadership role within a busy food manufacturing site. You'll be the go-to person for all things engineering on nights - running the shift, supporting your team, and making sure production keeps moving.

It's hands-on, fast-paced and full of variety - perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, leading by example, and driving standards forward.

What's in it for you?

  • 4 on 4 off nights - a clean pattern, proper time off
  • Health Cash Plan - cover for everyday medical expenses
  • Discounts across supermarkets, retailers, entertainment and more
  • Electric car and cycle to work schemes
  • Life assurance and income protection
  • Ongoing leadership development and technical training
  • Onsite health checks, flu jabs, and wellbeing support
  • A strong internal culture - social events, community work, and team rewards
  • A business recognised as a Great Place to Work

What you'll be doing:

  • Leading the night engineering team - setting the pace and owning performance
  • Managing priorities and coordinating breakdown response
  • Ensuring planned maintenance is completed effectively
  • Supporting your team with technical guidance and coaching
  • Taking part in RCA, CI projects, and asset care improvements
  • Driving a strong safety-first culture across all engineering activity
  • Communicating clearly with day teams and other departments
  • Owning shift reports, CMMS updates, and stock control disciplines

What you'll need:

  • Time-served or formally qualified (NVQ Level 3 / HNC or equivalent)
  • Strong engineering background - mechanical and/or electrical
  • Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
  • Previous leadership experience - whether formal or informal
  • Calm, confident decision-making under pressure
  • Strong communicator who can get the best out of others
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach to people, kit and process
  • Sound knowledge of compliance: PUWER, LOLER, and health & safety standards