Lead Engineer – Bakery Operations
 
Are you an experienced Engineer with leadership skills looking to join a well-established bakery company? We are working with a respected bakery based in Northwich, known for delivering fresh, high-quality products across Northern England, North Wales, and the Midlands. They are seeking a Lead Engineer to coordinate their shift-based engineering team and ensure seamless 24/7 operations.
 
About the Role:
As the Lead Engineer, you will oversee a team of three maintenance engineers, prioritizing shift activities, supporting operations, and monitoring preventative maintenance completions. You’ll play a crucial role in improvement initiatives and act as the primary engineering contact for shift managers, ensuring smooth handovers and ongoing operational support.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate a team of maintenance engineers across shifts.
• Prioritize shift activities and support the operations team in achieving goals.
• Monitor and ensure completion of preventative maintenance tasks.
• Participate in improvement projects and act as the senior engineering contact for shift managers.

 
What We’re Looking For:

• Fully qualified Engineer with leadership experience in a similar role.
• Ideally multiskilled, with 17th Edition Electrical Regulations training (desirable).
• Experience in an FMCG or similar fast-paced environment.

 
What’s On Offer:

• Salary: £52,193.81 per annum.
• Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off (2 days, 2 nights) on a 48-hour week.
• Benefits: 6% company pension contribution, 20 days holiday, Life Cover, Healthcare Cash Plan, and more.

 
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead a dedicated team and contribute to the efficiency of a well-established bakery operation.