Engineering Supervisor

Engineering Supervisor | Food Manufacturing | Colchester | up to £65,000 (DOE) + Benefits Are you an experienced engineering professional looking for a hands-on leadership role within a busy food manufacturing environment? We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Supervisor to support and guide a multi-skilled engineering team within a busy ready-to-eat (RTE) production facility in Colchester. Reporting into the Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability, efficiency, and safety of all plant equipment. This is a hands-on position, combining technical fault-finding with day-to-day supervision of engineering activities on site. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, solutions-focused engineer with a "can-do" mindset who thrives in a fast-moving FMCG environment. Key Responsibilities Supervise and support a multi-skilled engineering team across factory operations Carry out and oversee planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance Diagnose and resolve electrical and PLC-related faults on automated production equipment Support the effective use and upkeep of the site maintenance system Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and site standards Drive continuous improvement activities to reduce downtime and improve reliability Assist with engineering projects, including installation and commissioning Coordinate with contractors and suppliers where required Work closely with production, quality, H&S, and technical teams to maintain site performance About You Previous experience in a supervisory or senior engineer role within food manufacturing or FMCG Strong electrical and automation background, including hands-on PLC fault-finding Good understanding of PPM systems and maintenance best practices Practical problem-solver with a proactive, hands-on approach Strong communication skills and ability to support and motivate a team Comfortable working in a busy production environment Relevant engineering qualification (HNC / HND / Degree) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering What's on Offer Opportunity to step into a key supervisory role within a growing business Supportive and cooperative working environment Ongoing training and professional development A chance to be involved in exciting new projects If you're ready to take the next step into a hands-on Engineering Supervisor role where you can make a real impact on site performance, apply today. #Tier1