Lead Maintenance Engineer
Posted on Jun 17, 2026 by CV-Library
West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£40k - £45k Annual
Full-Time
Role: Lead Maintenance Engineer (NIGHTS)
Location: Coventry
Hours: 12 hour shifts, (3 On - 3 Off) 6pm - 6am
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced operational environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for maintaining site equipment, driving operational efficiency, minimising downtime, and supporting the day-to-day running of the wash operation.
Working closely with the Shift Supervisor and Operations team, the successful candidate will lead a small team of Machine Minders while ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, quality standards, and productivity targets are consistently achieved.
Duties of an Lead Maintenance Engineer:
Ensure the efficient and safe operation of production and tray washing equipment
Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance to minimise equipment downtime
Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
Take ownership of equipment reliability and asset performance
Record maintenance activities and downtime accurately using maintenance management systems
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Lead, coach and develop Machine Minders to improve team performance
Support Shift Supervisors with the planning and running of production operations
Monitor productivity, quality and performance targets
Carry out quality control checks and ensure compliance with operational procedures
Enforce Health & Safety standards, including PPE, COSHH and site safety requirements
Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate reporting and corrective actions
Manage labour allocation and support succession planning within the team
Liaise with contractors, suppliers and service providers when required
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to increase efficiency, safety and quality
Provide supervisory cover when required
What we would like from you:
Minimum 5 years' experience within an Engineering or Maintenance environment
Experience working within an automated manufacturing, production, FMCG or industrial setting
Strong electrical and/or mechanical maintenance background
Experience leading, motivating and developing teams
Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure
Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices and compliance requirements
Experience working towards productivity, quality and operational performance target
GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent)
NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, ONC, or equivalent in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering
IOSH (or equivalent Health & Safety qualification)
Desirable:
HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering
HACCP Level 2 /3
NEBOSH qualification
Welding and fabrication experience
BEDFORDPERM
By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our
Location: Coventry
Hours: 12 hour shifts, (3 On - 3 Off) 6pm - 6am
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced operational environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for maintaining site equipment, driving operational efficiency, minimising downtime, and supporting the day-to-day running of the wash operation.
Working closely with the Shift Supervisor and Operations team, the successful candidate will lead a small team of Machine Minders while ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, quality standards, and productivity targets are consistently achieved.
Duties of an Lead Maintenance Engineer:
Ensure the efficient and safe operation of production and tray washing equipment
Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance to minimise equipment downtime
Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
Take ownership of equipment reliability and asset performance
Record maintenance activities and downtime accurately using maintenance management systems
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Lead, coach and develop Machine Minders to improve team performance
Support Shift Supervisors with the planning and running of production operations
Monitor productivity, quality and performance targets
Carry out quality control checks and ensure compliance with operational procedures
Enforce Health & Safety standards, including PPE, COSHH and site safety requirements
Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate reporting and corrective actions
Manage labour allocation and support succession planning within the team
Liaise with contractors, suppliers and service providers when required
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to increase efficiency, safety and quality
Provide supervisory cover when required
What we would like from you:
Minimum 5 years' experience within an Engineering or Maintenance environment
Experience working within an automated manufacturing, production, FMCG or industrial setting
Strong electrical and/or mechanical maintenance background
Experience leading, motivating and developing teams
Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure
Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices and compliance requirements
Experience working towards productivity, quality and operational performance target
GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent)
NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, ONC, or equivalent in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering
IOSH (or equivalent Health & Safety qualification)
Desirable:
HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering
HACCP Level 2 /3
NEBOSH qualification
Welding and fabrication experience
BEDFORDPERM
By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our
Reference: 225258494
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Lead Maintenance Engineer
Posted on Jun 17, 2026 by CV-Library
West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£40k - £45k Annual
Full-Time
Role: Lead Maintenance Engineer (NIGHTS)
Location: Coventry
Hours: 12 hour shifts, (3 On - 3 Off) 6pm - 6am
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced operational environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for maintaining site equipment, driving operational efficiency, minimising downtime, and supporting the day-to-day running of the wash operation.
Working closely with the Shift Supervisor and Operations team, the successful candidate will lead a small team of Machine Minders while ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, quality standards, and productivity targets are consistently achieved.
Duties of an Lead Maintenance Engineer:
Ensure the efficient and safe operation of production and tray washing equipment
Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance to minimise equipment downtime
Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
Take ownership of equipment reliability and asset performance
Record maintenance activities and downtime accurately using maintenance management systems
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Lead, coach and develop Machine Minders to improve team performance
Support Shift Supervisors with the planning and running of production operations
Monitor productivity, quality and performance targets
Carry out quality control checks and ensure compliance with operational procedures
Enforce Health & Safety standards, including PPE, COSHH and site safety requirements
Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate reporting and corrective actions
Manage labour allocation and support succession planning within the team
Liaise with contractors, suppliers and service providers when required
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to increase efficiency, safety and quality
Provide supervisory cover when required
What we would like from you:
Minimum 5 years' experience within an Engineering or Maintenance environment
Experience working within an automated manufacturing, production, FMCG or industrial setting
Strong electrical and/or mechanical maintenance background
Experience leading, motivating and developing teams
Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure
Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices and compliance requirements
Experience working towards productivity, quality and operational performance target
GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent)
NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, ONC, or equivalent in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering
IOSH (or equivalent Health & Safety qualification)
Desirable:
HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering
HACCP Level 2 /3
NEBOSH qualification
Welding and fabrication experience
BEDFORDPERM
By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our
Location: Coventry
Hours: 12 hour shifts, (3 On - 3 Off) 6pm - 6am
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced operational environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for maintaining site equipment, driving operational efficiency, minimising downtime, and supporting the day-to-day running of the wash operation.
Working closely with the Shift Supervisor and Operations team, the successful candidate will lead a small team of Machine Minders while ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, quality standards, and productivity targets are consistently achieved.
Duties of an Lead Maintenance Engineer:
Ensure the efficient and safe operation of production and tray washing equipment
Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance to minimise equipment downtime
Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
Take ownership of equipment reliability and asset performance
Record maintenance activities and downtime accurately using maintenance management systems
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Lead, coach and develop Machine Minders to improve team performance
Support Shift Supervisors with the planning and running of production operations
Monitor productivity, quality and performance targets
Carry out quality control checks and ensure compliance with operational procedures
Enforce Health & Safety standards, including PPE, COSHH and site safety requirements
Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate reporting and corrective actions
Manage labour allocation and support succession planning within the team
Liaise with contractors, suppliers and service providers when required
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to increase efficiency, safety and quality
Provide supervisory cover when required
What we would like from you:
Minimum 5 years' experience within an Engineering or Maintenance environment
Experience working within an automated manufacturing, production, FMCG or industrial setting
Strong electrical and/or mechanical maintenance background
Experience leading, motivating and developing teams
Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure
Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices and compliance requirements
Experience working towards productivity, quality and operational performance target
GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent)
NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, ONC, or equivalent in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering
IOSH (or equivalent Health & Safety qualification)
Desirable:
HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering
HACCP Level 2 /3
NEBOSH qualification
Welding and fabrication experience
BEDFORDPERM
By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our
Reference: 225258494
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