Job Title: Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Hinckley Salary: Up to £42,000 (depending on experience) Are you an experienced Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with strong leadership skills? Do you have a passion for driving continuous improvement and ensuring operational efficiency? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you About the Role: As the Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of maintenance involved in the manufacturing process. You will provide technical support to ensure operational efficiency, implement preventative maintenance, and lead a team to drive continuous improvement. Why Join Us? Competitive salary Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking organization. A chance to lead and shape a high-performing maintenance team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the maintenance and facilities department to ensure operational efficiency. Develop and implement robust preventative maintenance strategies to minimize downtime. Liaise with internal and external suppliers to ensure smooth operations. Manage departmental KPIs, including machine availability and performance metrics. Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, conducting risk assessments and implementing action plans. Oversee the training and development of the maintenance team. Control departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations. Maintain and improve TPM systems, ensuring first-line maintenance is effectively managed. Support operational budgeting and strategic planning with the Operations Manager. What We’re Looking For: NVQ/HNC or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering. 18th Edition Electrical Certification (desirable). Expertise in robotic programming and automation (desirable). Knowledge of the automotive industry and manufacturing processes. Experience in Preventive Maintenance Planning and lean manufacturing methodologies. Strong leadership skills with experience in performance monitoring, and manpower planning. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. If you are a proactive and results-driven Maintenance Engineer with leadership experience, we want to hear from you Apply today or call Tamzin for more inform