Kintec Global Recruitment
Mechanical Technician Lead
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Mechanical Technician Lead
Working Location
South London
Contract Type
Permanent
Work Schedule
Hours: 6am-2pm (Mon-Fri)
Salary: up to £55,000
Role Overview
If you are a hands-on mechanical leader who wants real ownership of plant reliability and a team to develop, this role offers genuine scope on a site running critical process equipment. An established manufacturing operator is looking for a Mechanical Technician Lead to oversee mechanical maintenance and drive safe, efficient operation across the site, with clear routes to grow within the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading inspection, troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of mechanical equipment
- Managing routine maintenance, testing and installation of new equipment
- Overseeing planned maintenance activity via the site's CMMS/EAM system
- Maintaining strict control of the Permit to Work system for internal teams and contractors
- Engaging and controlling contractors across civil, mechanical, instrument and electrical work
- Maintaining full records and documentation for all mechanical equipment
- Supervising a maintenance team, including day and/or shift-based working patterns
- Ensuring safe working practices are upheld across all maintenance activity
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- Level 4 Apprenticeship (or equivalent trade experience) in Mechanical Engineering
- Previous experience leading or supervising a maintenance team, either on days or a shift pattern
- ATEX qualification and comfort working in explosive atmosphere environments (ideal)
- Experience in a manufacturing, engineering or scientific environment (preferred)
- A systematic, logical approach to problem-solving
- Strong communication skills and a good command of English
- Competence with MS Office and standard CMMS/EAM systems (beneficial)
- Existing right to work in the UK - this role cannot offer visa sponsorship
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