Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 55,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Chesterfield Derbyshire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance activities within a busy manufacturing environment in Chesterfield. You'll be responsible for driving equipment reliability, coordinating maintenance teams, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of production assets.
Client Details
Our client is a respected UK manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence, product quality, and continuous investment in its operations. They offer a stable working environment where employees are empowered to contribute to operational improvements and long-term business success.
Description
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and supervise a team of maintenance engineers and technicians across the site.
Coordinate planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules to maximise equipment uptime.
Manage and prioritise reactive maintenance activities, ensuring production disruptions are minimised.
Monitor maintenance performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Support fault-finding and technical problem-solving on manufacturing equipment.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
Manage maintenance records, work orders, and engineering documentation.
Assist with capital projects, equipment upgrades, and installation activities.
Liaise with production and management teams to achieve operational targets.
Support the development and training of maintenance personnel.Profile
The Successful Candidate:
Previous experience in a Maintenance Supervisor, Engineering Team Leader, or similar leadership role.
Strong background within manufacturing, heavy engineering, foundry, or industrial environments.
Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications, ideally supported by apprenticeship training.
Proven experience managing maintenance teams and activities.
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational performance.Job Offer
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary of £45,000 to £55,000
Opportunity to lead a skilled and established engineering team.
Secure position within a successful and well-invested manufacturing business.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Involvement in site improvement and capital investment projects.
Pension scheme and additional employee benefits.
Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression