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Engineering Supervisor
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Location
Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Salary
A GBP 56,000 per annum (Rising to A GBP 58,500 per annum after probation)
Hours
Rotating shifts Monday to Friday with weekend OT available (Shifts usually from 5am, 9 hours with an hour paid for lunch. Rotating shift with 2pm until 9 hours for the back shift. One week of earlies rotating with one week of lates)
About the Role
The Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating engineering activities to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of production equipment within a food manufacturing environment. The role focuses on minimising downtime, maintaining high food safety and quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement across the site.
Duties
Engineering and Maintenance
- Supervise day-to-day engineering and maintenance activities across production and utilities.
- Ensure planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules are completed effectively and on time.
- Respond to breakdowns, prioritising actions to minimise production downtime.
- Support fault-finding and root cause analysis on mechanical, electrical, and automation issues.
- Ensure all equipment is maintained in line with manufacturer guidelines and site standards.
People Management
- Lead, motivate, and develop a team of engineers on shift.
- Manage breakdowns effectively utilising resources to minimise downtime impact on the business.
- Allocate work, manage shift handovers, and ensure effective communication within the team.
- Support training, coaching, and competency development of engineering staff.
- Promote a positive safety culture and ensure team compliance with site policies.
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Health, Safety and Compliance
- Ensure all engineering work is carried out in compliance with UK health and safety legislation, including PUWER and LOLER.
- Enforce safe systems of work, including permit-to-work and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Support food safety, hygiene, and BRC / GFSI standards within engineering activities.
- Participate in audits and inspections as required.
Continuous Improvement and Projects
- Identify and implement opportunities for improving equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives such as TPM and lean manufacturing.
- Assist with installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment and projects.
- Monitor maintenance KPIs and contribute to performance reviews.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in a supervisory or senior engineering role within food manufacturing or FMCG.
- Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge.
- Experience with automated production lines and manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
- Good understanding of health and safety and food safety requirements in the UK.
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Desirable
- Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
- Electrically biased qualification (17/18th edition etc).
- Experience working with CMMS systems.
- Knowledge of PLC fault-finding.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement or TPM methodologies.
Personal Attributes
- Hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.
- Calm and organised under pressure.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
- Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key Skills and Competencies
- High attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong team management and communication abilities.
- Effective communication with internal teams.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage time-sensitive deliveries.
Qualifications And Experience
- Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
- Experience working with CMMS systems.
- Knowledge of PLC fault-finding.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement or TPM methodologies.
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