Maintenance Team Leader

Elevation Recruitment Group is working with an FMCG company who are recruiting a hands-on Maintenance Team Leader to be based at their facility in Rotherham.

Salary: c£52,000 – £55,000

Shifts: 2 Days, 2 Nights, 4 Off (6:00am – 6:00pm / 6:00pm – 6:00am)

Overtime: Available at 1.5x rate

The Maintenance Team Leader will combine practical hand on involvement with leading a team.

This role is ideal for someone ambitious, capable of managing a close-knit team that needs firm but fair direction, and looking to step into a future Maintenance Manager role.

Responsibilities of the Miantenance Team Leader will include:

• Lead a team of multi disciplined engineers
• Oversee daily PPMs, reactive maintenance, and issue work orders
• Liaise with the Production Manager to align maintenance activity with production needs
• Carry out and delegate PPM tasks and respond to breakdowns efficiently
• Organise and conduct 1-2-1s, manage holidays, training, and development plans
• Keep accurate records and produce reports related to maintenance operations

We are keen to speak with Maintenance Team Leader/Maintenace Supervisors with the following: 

• Recognised technical qualification (electrical or mechanical)
• Proven experience in a supervisory/lead engineer/team leader role
• Background in manufacturing, industrial, or similar environments (not necessarily heavy industry)
• Strong leadership skills with prior experience managing a maintenance team
• An electrical bias is preferred, but strong mechanical candidates with solid electrical knowledge will be considered
• Someone assertive and confident enough to manage a long-standing team who need clear direction
• Ability to handle difficult conversations and team discipline tactfully and professionally.
• Good communication and organisation skills with a focus on team development and progression

Apply now or to discuss this Maintenance Team Leader role, please contact Kerry Hill.