Engineering Team Leader

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Team Leader to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to take the next step in their career and join a global business with a £2 billion + turnover. The Engineering Team Leader will provide primary leadership to the Engineers, Site facilities and Machine Technician.

You will be involved in managing and prioritising the focus of the team on the agreed business priorities to ensure the best possible results are achieved, in order to meet the business and site performance requirements. This is all whilst maintaining Health and Safety and Food Safety Standards in order to provide a world class manufacturing operation fit for the future.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Accountable for the management and leadership of the machine technician team and be the first point of contact for all engineering and machine technician issues. Ensure breakdowns are dealt with promptly and conclusively, ensuring a process is in place to prevent reoccurrences
• In conjunction with the Engineering Manager, generate, monitor, measure and report on agreed KPIs for engineering and machine technician teams
• Accountability for the management of the machine technician standards to IPL internal procedures (BRC / Food safety requirements) on site
• Ensure that all planned maintenance, insurance inspections and all activities are effectively planned in, accurately reviewed for closure and systems in place to ensure that they are filed and communicated with relevant key stakeholders
• Ensure all PPM activities are completed within agreed timescales without negatively impacting on production DT and service to ASDA
• Ensure all engineering activities are carried out safely by all staff (in-house and contractors) in accordance with defined IPL procedures and in compliance with safety and environmental standards
• In conjunction with Engineering Manager own/deliver all engineering projects on site ensuring HSE policies and IPL procedures are followed in the delivery of projects to agreed timelines without any negative impact on service to ASDA What are we looking for?
• Technical qualification in engineering discipline such as Degree, HNC/HND with relevant industry experience
• 18th Edition wiring regulations
• Proven industry experience within a process plant
• Proven record in managing a skilled team by setting standards, resource planning and coordinating work activities to meet the business needs
• Knowledge of HSE requirements to ensure that safe systems of work, risk assessments, pressure systems directives, statutory requirements and HSE legislation
• Comprehensive understanding of Food safety standards (BRC) in relation to engineering.
• Working knowledge of PLC’s
• IOSH managing safety
• Desirable:
• HNC/HND engineering discipline
• TPM/Lean Sigma training
• Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) training/qualification
• Knowledge of VFFM’s (Vertical, Form and Feel Machine) and weighing equipment
• ONC or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical What's in it for you? At IPL, Forza, and Kober , we're dynamic businesses, dedicated to fostering the development of our colleagues and creating an exceptional work environment. We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive our success. To continue our growth, we're seeking individuals who embody our values, culture, and commitment. In return, we offer opportunities for professional development, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. Plus, lots more! Depending on job band, other fantastic benefits are also available including private healthcare, car allowances, and long-term incentive schemes.

About Us

Our purpose here at IPL, Forza & Kober is simple, we are one team who creates exceptional value for our customers and our mission is to support Asda on their journey to becoming #2 in the marketplace. Through our people we live and breathe our values and we play to our strengths, but we also support each other’s development.

We are a community of passionate individuals who possess a wide variety of skills and expertise, who work collectively to form a high performing team and a company to be proud of. We are committed to a fully inclusive business that is representative of our customers, locations and the communities we serve. We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of sex, age, race, religion, gender or sexual identity and socio-economic background.

We are committed to making IPL, Forza and Kober a place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systems in place to support all our colleagues. We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values, culture and celebrate diversity in all its forms. Our culture is our people and our people are our culture!