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Lead Engineer
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Location:
Coalville
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Sector:
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Salary:
£45000 - £50000 per annum
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Contact:
Ben Gough
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Job ref:
BG20130
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Published:
about 5 hours ago
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Client:
ClientDrop
We're hiring a Lead Engineer to join a well-established and high-performing food processing site in the Measham area. This is a Monday to Friday, days-based role, ideal for a senior engineer ready to step into a leadership position without the burden of rotating shifts.
Role Overview:
- Lead and support the engineering team in maintaining site equipment and minimising downtime
- Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across key assets including chillers, conveyors, washers, and pack lines
- Provide hands-on fault-finding expertise (both electrical and mechanical)
- Coordinate with production and management teams to ensure maintenance priorities are aligned with operational goals
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience in a senior engineering or supervisory role within a manufacturing or food production environment
- Recognised engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or higher preferred)
- Strong diagnostic skills in both electrical and mechanical systems
- Confident communicator, able to lead a team and liaise cross-functionally
- Proactive, organised, and comfortable taking ownership of engineering outcomes
What You'll Get:
- Clear career path with scope to influence maintenance strategy and team development
- Straight weekday working pattern; no nights or rotating shifts
- Long-term stability in a growing business
Want to take the lead? I'm working directly with the hiring team; your application can go straight to the decision-makers. Apply now or message me for more info.
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