Engineering Shift Team Leader

Engineering Shift Team Leader

Location: Tewkesbury
Shift Pattern:

• Week 1: Monday Saturday, 06 00
• Week 2: Monday Friday, 13 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 (url removed)

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