Shift Equipment Technician Manager

Seagate

  • Londonderry
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
About our group:Join our dynamic Equipment Operations Team and be part of a high-tech environment where innovation meets excellence. We are a leading-edge employer dedicated to the production of magnetic read-write heads used in data storage. Our team is critical to maintaining the efficiency and safety of our manufacturing facility.About the role - you will:We are looking for an inspiring leader to motivate, mentor, and develop a team of Engineering Specialists. As the Shift Equipment Technician Manager, you will oversee planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance across a wide range of complex manufacturing equipment. Your leadership will ensure the highest standards of equipment availability and effectiveness.You will:
  • Manage team of Technicians, including the effective communication of goals, providing training and development opportunities and providing feedback on performance in a high performing team environment
  • Comply with Health & Safety procedures including the reporting of accidents/incidents/work related illnesses, regular safety audits, compliance with standard operating procedures
  • Report on the condition of equipment, analysing patterns of break downs and ensure preventative maintenance is completed on schedule as per the maintenance database system
  • Take the lead in downtime situations to resolve issues, providing an immediate response and timely resolution
  • Adapt plans and manage changes that arise because of priority adjustments, resources, policies, organisation changes or technology
  • Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and cleanliness
  • Be actively involved in continuous improvement initiatives and promote a continuous improvement culture within the team
  • Provide engineering advice and support to site operational teams regarding equipment performance
  • Promote and drive the building of cross-departmental relationships within the Springtown facility to improve work effectiveness
  • Maintain focus on producing results that meet or exceed plans and goals
About you:
  • You are an inspiring leader who can motivate, mentor, and develop a team of Engineering Specialists.
  • You excel in effective communication, providing clear goals, training, and feedback to your team.
  • You are adaptable and can manage changes due to priority adjustments, resources, policies, organization changes, or technology
Your experience includes:
  • Demonstrated leadership capability within a high performing team environment.
  • Relevant Level 4 Qualification (e.g Technical or Management) or a relevant Level 3 Qualification with 3 years relevant experience (e.g Technical or Management).
You may also have:
  • A relevant health and safety qualification such as CSR gold, IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent
  • A strong technical profile with demonstrated relevant experience analysing trends and patterns to identify preventative maintenance solutions and continuous improvement opportunities.
You will also be entitled to many other Company Benefits: Health - Private healthcare, for employees and dependents, Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare service, Employee assistance programmes, Group income protection and On-site gym/ exercise classes / personal trainer. Work Life Balance - Annual leave, Part-time working, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave. Onsite gym Finance - Pension - employer contributory scheme, Life assurance, Employee stock purchase plan, Competitive base pay, Company bonus scheme, Reward and recognition, Employee savings scheme, Perks at work discount programmes, Pay for civil / jury duty. Career - Degree / non degree assistance Externally accredited training and development opportunities, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.Interested in joining us? The please complete an application on our careers page by midnight on Wednesday, 16th July 2025.*Any costs associated with obtaining a right to work in the UK (e.g. visa fees and health surcharge) will be borne by the applicant.Please demonstrate on your Cover Letter or CV how you meet the criteria above in order to proceed in the recruitment process.Work Shifts: 12-hour onsite shifts that include days and nights. (Working shift include: - 4 nights on 4 days off, 2 days on 2 days off, 3 days on 3 days off,3 nights 3 days off, 2 days on 2 days off). The rota will then repeat.This is a Full-Time position working 42 hours per week, on-site working.Testing may be used as part of the selection process.At Seagate we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. To see all vacancies that Seagate has available, please sign up - for career updates and to be considered for future opportunities.Seagate Technology is committed to equal opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community irrespective of sex, marital status, religious affiliation, age, disability or ethnic origin. The Company specifically welcomes applications from the protestant community who are currently underrepresented in this job category. All applications will be considered strictly on the basis of merit.Location:Derry/Londonderry, Northern IrelandOur Springtown site in Derry/Londonderry is one of the largest manufacturers in the area and we're proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work. We have more than 1,400 employees spanning research and development, manufacturing, and other functions.Here at work, you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks at our subsidized on-site cafe.Looking for an active break from your workday? We've got you covered. Take a group or individual exercise class during lunch or after work at our on-site gym.Network with your colleagues through the Young Professionals Network, Women's Leadership Group, the Carers Café (for caregivers of individuals with disabilities), Volunteer in the community with our support! Join our creative network, which includes a choir, foreign language classes and even a cookery class!Join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a voluntary, employee-led community built on a shared diversity identity and/or an appreciation of that identity, open to ALL current employees at Seagate!Location: Springtown, United Kingdom
Travel: NoneAbout UsWith more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever-expanding data landscape.We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.Seagate is powered by our talented and passionate workforce of 29,000 employees across the globe who embody our core values: integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Striving towards excellence every single day, we show up with these values for our customers, business partners, shareholders, and communities alike.Join us and get inspired to make a difference in the datasphere!Seagate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, military and veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Seagate will provide reasonable accommodation with the application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations@seagate.com.All Seagate jobs will remain open for a minimum of seven days.For information on how Seagate collects and uses your personal information during the application process, please review the .

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