Maintenance Team Leader (Mechanical)

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Coalville, Leicestershire
Days, 50 hours per week, alternating Saturday mornings
£18-£20 per hour (£46,800-£52,000 per year) + Call-out

We are looking for a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader to join a busy manufacturer in Coalville. This is a practical, leadership role where you will guide a small maintenance team, take ownership of planned and reactive tasks, and set the standard for safety, performance, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a small maintenance team (Maintenance Manager, newly qualified engineer, apprentice, experienced engineer) on day-to-day mechanical tasks
• Take a hands-on approach with breakdowns, PPMs, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure Health & Safety policies are followed and lead by example
• Support team development through training, mentoring, and guidance
• Manage job reporting and maintain accurate records
• Organise spares, critical assets, and consumables
• Assist with contractors and suppliers, ensuring adherence to site procedures
• Stand in for the Maintenance Manager when required
• Be part of the call-out rota (1 in /4)

Candidate Requirements:

• Completed Mechanical Maintenance/Engineering apprenticeship
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• IOSH or similar Health & Safety qualification
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic knowledge with understanding xbpsjku of electrical systems
• Proven experience leading or supervising a maintenance team
• Ability to challenge and support team members to achieve performance and quality standards
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Flexible and willing to cover on-call duties and overtime

This is a hands-on leadership role offering competitive pay, practical responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact within a supportive, small maintenance tea