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United Kingdom, Yate · Job Posted January 15, 2026
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Job Description

To support the Engineering Manager in developing strategies and procedures to ensure an effective engineering team. To improve reliability and functionality of all plant machinery, providing reactive cover and flexible shift pattern for plant outages and breakdowns. Supervisory cover and leadership of the engineers ensuring all statutory and local site policies and procedures are adhered to.

Job Responsibility

  • Organise, plan and complete PPM tasks in area of responsibility
  • Complete planned improvement tasks within area of responsibility
  • Support breakdowns and corrective tasks in other areas when emergencies arise
  • Assist with reactive maintenance as required
  • Share best practice within department and generating improvement ideas
  • Provide technical support and manpower for major projects
  • Supervise engineers, contractors and project activity
  • Provide cover for Shift Engineers within agreed guidelines
  • Ensure company H&S standards are adhered to on all tasks
  • Provide regular Engineering reports to Line Manager and Management Team
  • Budget maintenance spend to within annual plan requirements
  • Manage small CAPEX projects
  • Budget control of engineering spend within area
  • Develop annual plan with Engineering Manager
  • Prioritise daily / weekly area maintenance tasks
  • Allocation of area resource dependant on priorities
  • Manage small CAPEX projects
  • Develop training plan for direct reports
  • Liaise with both corrugator & conversion area managers
  • Ensure all H&S requirements within area are met
  • Planning holiday cover where required

Requirements

  • Experienced Engineer with hands on experience of working with multifaceted engineering team
  • Ability to work independently and on own initiative within a pressurised environment
  • Ability to adhere to tight deadlines
  • Recognised Engineering qualification in either Electrical or Mechanical discipline
  • Excellent time management and administration skills
  • Clearly demonstrable supervisory skills and able to deal with employee issues
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good practical working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
  • Good attention to detail
  • Positive ‘can do’ attitude and champion of Health & Safety
  • Ability to handle difficult situations with professionalism, empathy and objectivity
  • Experience of coaching and mentoring a team towards improved capability and performance

What we offer

  • Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
  • Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
  • Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

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