Full job descriptionReliability Engineering Leader

You’re a hands-on engineer who enjoys being close to the action - not stuck behind a desk.
You like solving problems, fixing things properly, and keeping production running smoothly.
You’re confident leading others on shift, but still enjoy rolling your sleeves up and getting involved in the work yourself.
If that sounds like you, keep reading.


*Competitive salary + annual shift allowance

*Shift-based role with rotation every 2 weeks
*Day Shift: 06:00 - 14:00

*Night Shift: 14:00 - 22:00




What You’ll Be DoingIn this role, you won’t just maintain equipment - you’ll help drive reliability across the site.
You’ll be the go-to engineering lead on shift, supporting both your team and production to keep everything running safely and efficiently.
You’ll be:
*Taking ownership of CMMS work orders and keeping maintenance activity up to date

*Leading and supporting PPM and reactive maintenance work

*Diagnosing and fixing mechanical and electrical faults to reduce downtime

*Working closely with production teams to hit performance targets

*Supporting shutdowns, overhauls and planned maintenance activities

*Coordinating contractors and making sure work is done safely and correctly

*Driving continuous improvement ideas that make the site better every day

*Supporting and developing shift engineers through coaching and training

*Making sure safety, GMP and food safety standards are always met

*Keeping tools, equipment and critical plant in top condition

What You’ll Need to BringWe’re looking for someone practical, reliable and confident in a manufacturing environment.
*Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding ability

*Experience in a production or manufacturing engineering environment

*Hands-on maintenance background (not just theory)

*Confidence supervising engineers or contractors on shift

*Good understanding of health & safety standards (IOSH desirable)

*Comfortable using CMMS systems and basic IT tools

*Strong communication and team working skills

*A proactive, "fix it properly" mindset

Qualifications*Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND or equivalent)

*18th Edition Wiring Regulations (or equivalent electrical qualification)

*Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance of production equipment

*FLT licence (nice to have, not essential)

Why This Role?This isn’t just another maintenance job.
It’s a chance to:
*Step into a leadership role while staying hands-on

*Influence how reliability and maintenance are delivered on site

*Work in a fast-paced, modern manufacturing environment

*Be part of a team that values safety, quality and improvement

*Develop your skills with ongoing training and career progression

Interested?If you’re an experienced engineer ready to take the next step into a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.