Lead Engineer

We're hiring a Lead Engineer to join a well-established and high-performing food processing site in the Measham area. This is a Monday to Friday, days-based role, ideal for a senior engineer ready to step into a leadership position without the burden of rotating shifts.

Role Overview:

• Lead and support the engineering team in maintaining site equipment and minimising downtime
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across key assets including chillers, conveyors, washers, and pack lines
• Provide hands-on fault-finding expertise (both electrical and mechanical)
• Coordinate with production and management teams to ensure maintenance priorities are aligned with operational goals
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, promoting best practices and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a senior engineering or supervisory role within a manufacturing or food production environment
• Recognised engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or higher preferred)
• Strong diagnostic skills in both electrical and mechanical systems
• Confident communicator, able to lead a team and liaise cross-functionally
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable taking ownership of engineering outcomes

What You'll Get:

• Clear career path with scope to influence maintenance strategy and team development
• Straight weekday working pattern; no nights or rotating shifts
• Long-term stability in a growing business

Want to take the lead? I'm working directly with the hiring team; your application can go straight to the decision-makers. Apply now or message me for more info.

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