Lead Maintenance Engineer

Lead Maintenance Engineer



Weston Super Mare, North Somerset



Up to £55,000 (Negotiable)



Monday to Friday (Days only) 37 hours per week. (9 day fortnight- an extra day off every other week)



Adept:us are excited to have partnered with a reputable manufacturing business. Based in Somerset, they are seeking an experienced, mechanically biased lead maintenance engineer to join the team.



The department will consist of this role and a junior maintenance technician. You will take overall responsibility for efficient running of all production/process machinery on site. Note, this is a hands on position, with some hands on responsibilities (developing CMMS/maintenance plan etc)



The Role:



* Reactive Maintenance: Swiftly respond to breakdowns, diagnose issues, and repair mechanical and electrical faults.



* Planned Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance to ensure the equipment remains reliable and functions smoothly.



* Factory Operations: Oversee and execute factory startups and shutdowns.



* Equipment Support: Assist with the installation and modification of electro-mechanical systems.



* Team Collaboration: Provide training, coaching, and support to production and operational staff.



* Leading a 2 person team (coordinating tasks, assisting the technical support etc)



The Requirements:



* Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or equivalent practical experience.



* Multi skilled with a bias towards mechanical engineering (competencies within electrical required)



* Proven experience in maintenance engineering, ideally within an manufacturing environment.



* A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.



* Strong skills in diagnosing and repairing faults across electrical and mechanical systems