Maintenance Shift Lead x2
CV-LibraryCorsham, WiltshirepermanentPosted: 12 March 2026
Apply NowSelexa Group Ltd are partnered with a leading food & manufacturing client in the search for 2 Shift Leads to support a robust and high-output Maintenance function.
Days ONLY – 06:00 – 18:00
4 on, 4 off
You will be responsible for leading and coordinating a small maintenance team on the assigned shifts, ensuring smooth operation of production equipment in line with food safety & health compliance. You will be the conduit and escalation for technical issues, supporting team development and driving CI in plant performance & reliability.
Qualifications:
* C&G and/or similar Engineering Qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
* 5 years ideally of Engineering leadership within a Maintenance or manufacturing environment
* Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering equipment, especially process, production, packing and filling lines
* Knowledge of PLC systems, automation and control circuits/systems
* Ideally food manufacturing and production
Key Activities:
* Lead shift maintenance team, ensuring task completion and safety guidelines adhered to
* Be the primary escalation point for complex breakdowns and technical issues, providing advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and decision-making
* Allocate and monitor daily maintenance tasks, ensuring planned Engineering activities are delivered appropriately and on time
* Liaise with production & engineering management to communicate shift performance, issues and improvement opportunities
* Ensure accurate and timely documentation of maintenance activities and shift handovers
* Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring seamless integration and best practices are followed
* Drive compliance within industry standards and H&S pertinence
The Person:
* Able to display company values and drive excellent culture
* Highly organised, able to prioritise, delegate effectively and manage shift resources appropriately
Days ONLY – 06:00 – 18:00
4 on, 4 off
You will be responsible for leading and coordinating a small maintenance team on the assigned shifts, ensuring smooth operation of production equipment in line with food safety & health compliance. You will be the conduit and escalation for technical issues, supporting team development and driving CI in plant performance & reliability.
Qualifications:
* C&G and/or similar Engineering Qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
* 5 years ideally of Engineering leadership within a Maintenance or manufacturing environment
* Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering equipment, especially process, production, packing and filling lines
* Knowledge of PLC systems, automation and control circuits/systems
* Ideally food manufacturing and production
Key Activities:
* Lead shift maintenance team, ensuring task completion and safety guidelines adhered to
* Be the primary escalation point for complex breakdowns and technical issues, providing advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and decision-making
* Allocate and monitor daily maintenance tasks, ensuring planned Engineering activities are delivered appropriately and on time
* Liaise with production & engineering management to communicate shift performance, issues and improvement opportunities
* Ensure accurate and timely documentation of maintenance activities and shift handovers
* Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring seamless integration and best practices are followed
* Drive compliance within industry standards and H&S pertinence
The Person:
* Able to display company values and drive excellent culture
* Highly organised, able to prioritise, delegate effectively and manage shift resources appropriately