Engineering Team Leader – FMCG / Manufacturing
After successfully placing into this team, we are recruiting on behalf of a major UK FMCG manufacturing organisation for another experienced Engineering Team Leader. This is an additional role leads engineering activities across site services and production support, ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and supervise a team of site-based engineers
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Ensure health, safety, and compliance standards are met at all times
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Deliver and improve planned and corrective maintenance programmes
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Maximise equipment uptime, production efficiency, and service reliability
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Monitor energy usage, utilities performance, and process efficiency
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Act as technical lead and subject matter expert for site services equipment
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Support capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives
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Analyse downtime, waste, and performance data to drive optimisation
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Work closely with maintenance planning to ensure timely completion of work orders
Skills and Experience Required
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Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or site services engineering
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Strong knowledge of statutory compliance (PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, PSR, HASAWA, etc.)
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Proven experience leading and developing engineering teams
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Strong background in maintenance systems, CMMS, and work scheduling
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Experience with continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, or Six Sigma
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Confident communicator with strong leadership and problem-solving skills
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary plus shift allowance
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Excellent benefits package including pension, life assurance, and healthcare options
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Ongoing professional development and training
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Secure, long-term role within a well-invested manufacturing site
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Opportunity to influence site performance, efficiency, and sustainability
How to Apply
Apply via this advert or contact Stephanie Devine sdevine@hrcrecruitment.co.uk confidentially for further information.