Engineering Shift Supervisor
Join an industry leading Manufacturer as an Engineering Shift SupervisorWe are currently seeking an experienced Engineering shift Supervisor to join a manufacturing facility based in the Sittingbourne area. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key leadership role within a forward-thinking international manufacturer known for innovation and investment in its people.Join an industry leading Manufacturer as an Engineering Shift SupervisorWe are currently seeking an experienced Engineering shift Supervisor to join a manufacturing facility based in the Sittingbourne area.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key leadership role within a forward-thinking international manufacturer known for innovation and investment in its people.The business offers a highly supportive environment with excellent benefits, including matched pensions up to 10, premium overtime rates, and professional development opportunities including ILM and IOSH training.What’s in it for you as an Engineering Shift Supervisor
Competitive Salary: Circa £50,700+ per annumWork-Life Balance: Day shifts only, Monday to Friday 6am-6am
Outstanding Benefits: Pension matched up to 10, share options, overtime pay, cycle-to-work scheme, shopping discounts & more
Career Progression: ILM, IOSH training, cross-skilling, and internal development opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership: Oversee daily engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring efficient task allocation across the teamStaff Development: Mentor and support the engineering team to build capability and improve plant reliability
Project Delivery: Lead engineering improvement projects in collaboration with central teams
Deputy Responsibility: Supporting the Engineering Manager when required to maintain operational continuity
Contractor Management: Supervise subcontractors, ensuring full compliance with health and safety protocols
Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot and resolve recurring issues through robust engineering solutions and RCA techniques
Reliability Focus: Promote engineering best practices to increase uptime and reduce reactive maintenance
Experience & Qualifications Required:
Essential: Time-served UK Apprenticeship or BTEC & NVQ Level 3 or above in Electrical Engineering or a relevant discipline
Proven experience in a supervisory engineering or maintenance role within a manufacturing or industrial settingStrong understanding of PPM systems, reliability principles, and root cause analysis
Excellent awareness of health & safety and engineering compliance standards
Ability to lead teams and manage workloads effectively in a fast-paced environment
Apply now and take the next step in your engineering leadership career.