A garden products manufacturer just outside the Stourport-on-Severn area are looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to join their team
The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Supervisor with a strong technical background within a manufacturing environment, whilst demonstrating strong leadership abilities either as a Senior Engineer, Team Lead or Supervisor. Operating in a fast-paced environment, you will report to the Maintenance Manager and provide planned, preventative maintenance expertise along with responses to reactive breakdowns whilst supervising a team of four
This is a fantastic opportunity with one of the largest garden products manufacturers in the UK
The Maintenance Supervisor will be operating on a night shift
Role: Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Stourport-on-Severn
Salary: £41,000 - £47,000 + overtime opportunities
Shift: Perm nights (Sun – Thu) (40 hours)
The key responsibilities of the Maintenance Supervisor role will be: Team Leadership- Provide direct line management to the shift maintenance team, ensuring team welfare and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Manage and approve holiday requests to maintain minimum staffing levels.
- Support return-to-work (RTW) processes and disciplinary actions when required.
Training & Development- Deliver on-the-job training to maintenance staff, ensuring they have the skills and tools necessary to work safely and effectively.
- Identify skill gaps and collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to develop and implement training plans.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with shift supervisors, production managers, and other departments to ensure effective task handovers and address issues from previous shifts.
- Align maintenance priorities with production goals and ensure objectives are met.
- Maintain continuity of communication across shifts to reduce downtime and maintain accurate reporting.
Breakdown Response (Unplanned Maintenance)- Respond promptly to urgent mechanical, electrical, or facility-related issues to minimize production disruption.
- Ensure open tasks are either resolved or clearly handed over at shift change with full documentation.
Preventative Maintenance- Oversee the execution of all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks in line with company procedures.
- Ensure that no PPM tasks become overdue as tracked in the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Performance Monitoring- Contribute to improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by maximizing equipment availability through effective maintenance planning and execution.
Documentation & Reporting- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all maintenance activities.
- Ensure all team members log planned and unplanned work in CMMS (MaintX) and related systems as per departmental standards.
Inventory Management- Track the use of spare parts and consumables.
- Follow departmental procedures for replenishment and ensure accurate stock records.
Safety & Compliance- Ensure all activities are carried out in compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.
- Complete and manage work permits, ensuring they are signed off or appropriately handed over at shift end.
- Support the development and continuous improvement of safety documentation (e.g., Risk Assessments, Method Statements).
- Report and help address any shortcomings in health and safety practices.
The key requirements of the Maintenance Supervisor will be:- Proven experience in a maintenance leadership role, ideally in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in using CMMS systems (MaintX experience a plus).
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
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