My client is a manufacturer of outdoor power products including robotic lawn mowers, chainsaws, trimmers, brushcutters, cultivators, and garden tractors. They are looking for an Engineering Team Leader to join their growing team in Newton Aycliffe.

The Role

Lead, mentor and develop a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring high levels of performance and engagement

Maintain and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations promoting a strong safety culture within the team

Required to be available for on-call duties as per operational needs, in accordance with the Working Time Directive

Assist and support the Facilities Technician and energy management projects

Supervise the day-to-day operations of the maintenance department

Plan work assignments, RAMS and PM schedules

Manage stock control and place orders when required

Gather data for TPM and drive improvements

Liaise with production to minimize stoppages

Liaise with engineering on projects

Oversee contractors, including risk assessments and CDM files

The Person

Experience with injection moulding machines and robotics

Good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety

18th edition IEE regs

Understanding of environmental procedures

Strong level of PC literacy and all Microsoft Office applications

Good communication and team player skills

Engineering degree or equivalent (desirable)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growingorganisation at an exciting time.

If you feel you have the qualities our client is seeking, please forward your CV and covering letter indicating your current package Jamie Beckwith at GEM Partnership or for a discreet conversation call our Peterlee office.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are trading as a recruitment agency.

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