W Talent are now working exclusively with a large manufacturing business located in Leicester who are looking to recruit a Days based, Maintenance Team Leader. With a strong presence across the UK this company provides large-scale, manufacturing support to many regulated industries.

The Role

As the Maintenance Team Leader you will be located at the Leicester site where you will coach, manage and improve a multi-skilled, maintenance team with the aim of delivering functional objectives aligned with company goals. You will work closely with the Production and Operations Manager to improve equipment efficiency, develop people, embed lean practices, and ensure full regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance, as well as leading improvement projects and ensuring a safe working environment.
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, fire regulations, PAT testing, pressure systems, COSHH, RIDDOR, and company policies
Lead preventative maintenance and address engineering issues impacting production
Oversee equipment installation, repair, and replacement
Manage and develop engineering staff and shift engineers
Deliver and monitor functional budgets with the General Manager
Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams for machinery and part procurement
Drive continuous improvement in equipment effectiveness and efficiency
Support environmental and sustainability initiatives
Train staff on new machinery and systems
Monitor machine availability and performance metrics

Key Requirements

HNC in Engineering or equivalent
Time-served apprenticeship (electrical/mechanical/steam)
Proven experience in an engineering leadership role
Familiarity with planned preventative maintenance systems
Leadership and team management capabilities
Strong organisational skills
Ability to grasp technical processes quickly
Commitment to continuous improvement and lean culture

What's on offer

This is a days-based role, working 4 on/4 off, offering a competitive salary of 40,000 to 52,000. It provides an exciting opportunity to lead a critical Maintenance function within a manufacturing operation. The role is set within a collaborative and safety-focused working environment, giving you the chance to shape and improve engineering processes in a market-leading business.