Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer Location:  Sittingbourne, Kent Salary:  £60,000 - £70,000 (Dependant on Experience) Shift:  Monday to Friday Days We are recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join a leading industrial manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically biased engineering leader or someone aspiring to be an engineering lead who enjoys problem solving, planning maintenance activities, and leading teams within a fast-paced heavy industrial environment. The role is approximately 75% leadership, planning, and problem solving, with 25% hands-on mechanical support when required. You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a particular machines, leading a team of Mechanical Shift Fitters and ensuring machinery reliability and performance targets are achieved. You will also play a key role in maintenance planning, contractor management, shutdown coordination, and continuous improvement activities across the plant. Sector  - Heavy Industrial Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Lead Mechanical Engineer: Mechanical Maintenance/Engineering Background Requirements for the Lead Mechanical Engineer: Mechanical Engineering Qualification Worked in a Heavy/Industrial Manufacturing Environment Planned and reactive maintenance experience Continuous Improvement background Desirable Requirements for the Lead Mechanical Engineer: Apprentice Trained Engineer Leadership Experience but would consider an Aspirational Engineer The Lead Mechanical Engineer will benefit from: Competitive Salary Package Bonus Scheme Company Pension Scheme Life Assurance Scheme If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Matthew Lye at Pioneer Selection. As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details