Mechanical Engineering Supervisor
Port Talbot
Salary of circa £50,000What You’ll Do:Yolk Recruitment is exclusively supporting a well-established manufacturing business in South Wales, operating from a modern, high-volume production facility supplying blue-chip and specialist customers in quality-driven sectors.As Lead Mechanical Engineer, you’ll take responsibility for mechanical reliability on a days-based role, combining hands-on maintenance with leadership and continuous improvement activity.Key duties include:*Planning and delivering scheduled mechanical maintenance
*Supporting and overseeing mechanical breakdown response
*Leading and supervising engineers, apprentices and contractors
*Driving health and safety compliance and maintenance systems
*Completing root cause analysis and implementing long-term fixes
*Supporting machinery upgrades and site improvement projects
*Working closely with production and other site functions
What You’ll Bring:*Strong mechanical engineering background, ideally HNC or HND qualified
*Experience within FMCG or high-volume manufacturing environments
*Proven fault-finding and breakdown experience
*Previous experience leading or supervising engineering teams
*A hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills
*Good communication skills and the ability to manage priorities
Experience with machining, welding, CAD or BRC environments would be beneficial but not essential.Why You Should Apply:*Salary of circa £50,000
*Permanent, days-based role with no shift work
*Senior position within a stable, well-invested manufacturing site
*Ongoing machinery investment and continuous improvement focus
*Clear long-term progression opportunities
Ready to Apply?Contact Jacob Purcell to find out more.
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you’re perfect for the role.
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