Engineering Team Leader

Overview

Engineering Team Leader - Birmingham - £56,000 - £57,000

• 22 Shifts Holiday + EAP + Pension scheme + life assurance and more
• 4-on-4-off shift pattern
• Clear path to further leadership opportunities

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Engineering Team Leader to join a well-established, forward-thinking manufacturing group!

With no two days ever the same, this role offers the chance to lead engineering teams across multiple high-volume production lines, providing genuine long-term progression and career development within a respected and innovative organisation in the food industry.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 4 shift engineers across 5 production areas.
• 70% hands-on / 30% leadership (PPM planning, workload allocation, standards, contractor control).
• Hands-on work with advanced automation, packaging machinery, robotics, mixers, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Oversee engineering suppliers, issue permits, manage handovers, audits, and holiday planning.
• Drive safety, quality, and process standards across the team.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Multi-skilled engineer - ideally electrically biased.
• Strong background in food, FMCG, or other high-volume fast-paced manufacturing.
• Confident leader who can train, coach, and hold team members accountable.
• Excellent communicator, able to allocate tasks effectively and make quick decisions.
• Experience stepping up into leadership on shift will be considered.

Package & Benefits

• 22 Shifts Holiday + EAP + Pension Scheme + Life Assurance + Private Medical + overtime opportunities
• Career development and progression within a leading UK manufacturing group.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation and modern production facilities.
• A secure, long-term career within a well-respected organisation.
• Secure role in a large, established food manufacturing business

If you are looking for your next leadership challenge, click the link below to apply or email your CV to for a confidential discussion!

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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