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Are you an experienced engineering leader ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a highly motivated Maintenance Team Leader to manage a skilled team of engineers and technicians at a fully automated distribution facility in Didcot.

About the Role

You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of a state-of-the-art automated system. You will lead daily maintenance operations, coordinate repair activities, and be the main on-site contact for the client. Your role will also include driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting site performance through effective maintenance strategy implementation.

Shift Pattern

Early: 06:00 - 14:00 (Mon - Fri)

Late: 14:00 - 22:00 (Mon - Fri)

Night: 22:00 - 06:00 (Mon - Fri)

One Saturday day shift every 4 weeks (09:00 - 17:00), combined with early/late shifts Tues-Fri that week

Key Responsibilities

Lead a team of engineers, technicians, and apprentices

Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities across all site equipment

Act as the key liaison with the client for daily operational updates

Complete technical reporting using CMMS, DART, SAV Assure, and Teams

Support or cover the Site Engineering Manager when needed

Manage support escalations and remote ticketing

Promote health and safety compliance and continuous improvement on site

About You

Essential:

NVQ Level 3 or BTEC HNC/HND in Engineering

Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance experience

Proven leadership experience

Working knowledge of Siemens S7, Profibus, Canbus, Profinet, and ASI Bus

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Desirable:

Experience in materials handling or logistics environments

Familiarity with automated warehousing systems

Benefits

Annual holiday entitlement with buy/sell option

Health cash plan

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Subsidised gym memberships

Comprehensive training and career development opportunities from day one

Ready to lead a high-performing team in a cutting-edge automated environment? Apply today and be part of a business that values technical excellence and continuous improvement

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy