Engineering Shift Team Leader

Engineering Shift Team Leader Location: Tewkesbury Shift Pattern: Week 1: Monday – Saturday, 06:00–14:00 Week 2: Monday – Friday, 13:45–21:45 Salary: Up to £45,000 + Plenty of Overtime A respected, independent manufacturer with a proud heritage, supplying high-quality products across the UK. Built on teamwork, trust, and a commitment to excellence, the business continues to invest in its people, equipment, and long-term success. We’re now seeking an experienced Engineering Shift Team Leader to support and guide the site’s Engineering team, ensuring smooth production performance and the highest standards of safety and reliability. The Opportunity This hands-on leadership role involves overseeing a team of Engineers across shifts within a fast-paced production and distribution environment. Working closely with the Engineering Manager, you’ll provide on-the-floor technical support, coordinate maintenance activity, and resolve complex electrical and mechanical faults to keep production running efficiently. It’s a great opportunity for a confident, technically skilled Engineer looking to take the next step in their career. Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of Engineers across rotating shifts Plan, coordinate and carry out preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues on high-speed automated machinery Support fault-finding, equipment testing, and breakdown response Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote safe working practices Mentor Apprentices and support team training and development Deputise for the Engineering Manager and provide holiday or shift cover where required Participate in the engineering breakdown call-out rota About You Electrically-biased, time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification Strong background working with high-speed automated machinery (ideally within FMCG or manufacturing) Excellent electrical fault-finding and diagnostic ability Proven supervisory or team-leading experience Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to manage priorities under pressure Clear communicator and collaborative team player Flexible to work rotating shifts and occasional overtime What’s on Offer Competitive salary up to £45,000 Plenty of overtime available 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service) Company pension scheme Health & wellbeing support plan Product discounts and employee benefits Ongoing training and real career development opportunities Apply Now If you’re an experienced, hands-on Engineer with strong leadership skills and an electrical bias, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-run, stable organisation that values teamwork, initiative, and continuous improvement. Apply today by sending your cv to ENG1