Our 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 growing organisation 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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