Maintenance Team Leader

We're actively recruiting for a Maintenance Team Lead for a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier in Telford. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership position with a dynamic mix of hands-on technical work and project management. With 3-5 years of solid experience, you'll be playing a key role in overseeing maintenance projects while managing contractors and installations. You’ll be leading from the front, but this isn’t a full-on team leader role – it’s all about stepping up into leadership while staying involved in the technical side. 30% Team Lead , 70% Technical – An exciting blend of leadership and hands-on work. Shift Pattern: 3-shift rotation. Key Responsibilities: Champion HSE policies, ensuring safety and environmental standards are met at all times. Oversee contractor RAMS and permits to ensure full compliance. Lead and manage maintenance projects, ensuring they meet key objectives – on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. Utilize project management tools to track progress and quickly resolve issues. Motivate and drive cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious goals. Contribute to plant KPI improvements and deliver impactful departmental capital projects. Encourage cost-effective project delivery while fostering continuous improvement across the board. Provide training and drive post-project excellence by challenging the status quo. What We’re Looking For: Qualifications: Time-served apprentice in mechanical/electrical engineering or an HNC qualification. Skills: Strong hands-on experience in installation, fabrication, and engineering. Project management and contractor control are a must. Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Health & Safety: Certification required. Industry Experience: Previous work in Tier 1 automotive supply, with knowledge of equipment like die casting machines, robots, CNCs, and Siemens PLCs is a plus. Interested? Apply with your latest CV and we'll be in touch

Location: Telford, GB

Posted Date: 2/8/2025