Pilgrim's Europe
Engineering Team Leader, Engineering Team Leader
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Engineering Team Leader, Engineering Team Leader
âź´ Engineering Team Leader
đź“Ť Location Ashbourne
🏢 Shift Pattern 4 days on, 4 off, 4 nights on, 4 off
About the Role
At Pilgrim’s Europe, we deliver business success through our people — and our Engineering teams are at the heart of that success. We’re searching for a hands-on Engineering Team Leader to lead and develop a shift team of Engineers at our Ashbourne site.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven, multi-skilled engineer who is ready to step into (or further develop within) a leadership role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, supervise and develop shift Engineers, including Apprentices
- Drive breakdown reduction and deliver Preventative and Predictive Maintenance (PPM) effectively
- Champion Marel PMS service kits for scheduled works
- Ensure full compliance with engineering, safety, and environmental legislation
- Oversee shift maintenance, installations, and contractor management
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Food Safety & Quality, Hygiene, Health & Safety, and HR
- Manage engineering stores and working capital
- Coordinate holiday planning and overtime with fellow Team Leaders
- Identify energy-saving opportunities and support the company’s environmental targets
- Ensure that risk assessments are completed, up to date, and adhered to
- Maintain and uphold high GMP, hygiene, and food safety standards
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This role demands a balance of technical expertise, team development, and operational delivery, ensuring engineering and operational excellence.
Essential Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualified Time-Served Apprentice with a Level 3 Qualification in relevant engineering discipline
- Multi-skilled Engineer with expertise in both electrical and mechanical systems
- Experience within the food manufacturing or FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment
- Knowledge of PLC-controlled environments and relevant systems
- In-depth understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), Food Safety, Health & Safety (H&S), and environmental standards
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
- Proven ability to prioritise tasks and perform under pressure
- Strong organisational skills, pragmatism, and proactive mindset
We are seeking a motivated leader who embodies:
- Proactivity – Always looking for ways to improve and ensure team success
- Organisation – Ability to manage daily operations efficiently
- Open Communication – Ready to listen, respect, and collaborate
Our Values
At Pilgrim’s Europe, our core values guide everything we do:
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- Determination – We deliver results, never giving up on our commitments
- Ownership – Taking accountability and leading by example
- Discipline – Honouring commitments and executing with precision
- Simplicity – Focusing on practical, hands-on solutions
- Humility & Sincerity – Listening, respecting, and communicating openly
- Availability – Being ready to step up anytime, embrace new challenges
We are looking for a leader who lives these values on a daily basis among our factory floor teams.
Why Join Pilgrim’s Europe?
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Employee benefits and discount platform
- Ongoing training and developmental opportunities
- Clear and structured career progression pathways
- Opportunity to lead and shape engineering performance at site level
- Supportive, values-led culture where everyone’s contribution counts
- Work as part of a leading European food manufacturing business
Ready to Lead from the Front?
Are you a motivated, multi-skilled Engineer ready to take ownership of shift performance and develop a high-performing team? If so, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and join us at Pilgrim’s Europe, Ashbourne, to help us continue delivering business success through our people.
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