Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsLong‑term career development, opening doors to new roles and opportunities.An opportunity to join a forward thinking, innovative businessAbout Our ClientThis is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation within the manufacturing industry. The company is a medium-sized enterprise that is focused on delivering excellence through innovative solutions and efficient processes.Job DescriptionChampion safety and compliance, ensuring all maintenance activities follow site standards, regulatory requirements, and robust EHS procedures.Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team, driving strong performance, skills growth, and a collaborative, accountable culture.Plan and oversee all planned maintenance activities, ensuring PM tasks are completed safely, on time, and to a consistently high standard.Maintain and optimise the CMMS, ensuring accurate scheduling, work orders, reporting, and continuous improvement of maintenance routines.Provide hands‑on technical support, resolving complex breakdowns and working cross‑functionally to improve equipment reliability and performance.Drive continuous improvement, using data and CI tools to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and standardise processes across shifts.Ensure clear communication and reporting, acting as the key link between maintenance and the wider business, and maintaining strong shift‑to‑shift continuity.The Successful ApplicantA successful Maintenance Team Leader should have:Time‑served Engineer with HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical or Multi‑skilled disciplines.Proven leadership experience in maintenance within injection moulding or manufacturing environments.Strong technical capability with hands‑on fault finding, RCA, and CMMS proficiency.Solid understanding of injection moulding, automation, and supporting manufacturing systems.Effective communicator and people leader, able to motivate, develop, and engage teams.Experienced in CI/TPM environments with sound knowledge of EHS, risk assessment, and permit‑to‑work processes.Calm, structured problem‑solver with a proactive mindset and a commitment to team growth, ownership, and continuous improvement.What's on OfferCompetitive salary of £45000Mon - Thurs 08:30 - 17:00, Friday 08:30 - 14:30Permanent position with job security and career progression opportunities.Comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balance.Opportunity to work with a medium-sized organisation in Wythenshawe.Engaging and supportive workplace culture within the engineering and manufacturing industry.If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Maintenance Team Leader, apply now and be part of an exciting team in Plymouth.ContactLewis LawlorQuote job refJN-012026-6928596Phone number+441212309422Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorMaintenance, ReliabilitySectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationPlymouthContract typePermanentConsultant nameLewis LawlorConsultant phone+441212309422Job referenceJN-012026-6928596
