Electrical Maintenance Team Leader

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  • Banbury, Oxfordshire
  • £55,000-56,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Reference #: 895199_1756735143Location: Banbury, OxfordshireSalary: £55000 - £56000Sector: Technical & EngineeringType: PermanentPosted On: 01/09/2025Now Hiring: Maintenance Technician Team Leader (Electrical)Location: Paint Operations, Banbury
3 Shifts Monday to Friday 55-56k plus25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Share scheme
  • Employee assist program
  • Workwear
  • Free on-site parking
  • Pension scheme
About the RoleAre you ready to lead from the front in a fast-paced, high-tech paint operation environment? We're looking for a Maintenance Technician Team Leader (Electrical) to join the Paint Maintenance team in Banbury.This is more than just a maintenance role - you'll lead a skilled team, drive improvements, ensure equipment runs at its best, and play a vital part in hitting safety, quality, cost, and efficiency targets.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Supervision:
  • Lead a team of Maintenance Technicians on shift.
  • Ensure safety, motivation, and performance of the team.
  • Deliver daily shift briefs and handovers.
  • Conduct appraisals, training, and team development.
Maintenance & Technical Support:
  • Provide technical support to paint operations.
  • Drive equipment uptime and reliability.
  • Carry out fault finding and implement effective solutions.
  • Use CMMS and other systems to log and improve maintenance performance.
Safety & Compliance:
  • Ensure all team activities comply with H&S standards.
  • Drive a zero-incident culture with lockout/tagout, PPE compliance, and 5S practices.
  • Lead investigations into near misses and incidents.
Continuous Improvement:
  • Champion CIP initiatives and lean principles.
  • Lead cost-down, error-proofing, and energy-saving projects.
  • Support installation of new technologies and upgrades.
Performance & Reporting:
  • Track and report KPIs.
  • Manage shift costs, overtime, and resource planning.
  • Drive actions from EOS scores, employee engagement, and suggestion schemes.
What We're Looking ForSkills & Experience
  • Electrical/Mechanical Apprenticeship - time-served.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • PLC fault finding & programming - Siemens, Allen Bradley preferred.
  • Experience with robotics, inverters, pneumatics, hydraulics, AC/DC systems, and networked control systems (Ethernet, Interbus S, Modbus, etc.)
  • Knowledge of CMMS, preventative maintenance, and system controls.
  • Microsoft Office & technical documentation skills.
Certifications & Training
  • IOSH certified.
  • Leadership training (e.g. ELLT).
  • Familiarity with IATF 16949, CDM, and safe systems of work.
  • Internal training: Charter Training, Process Principles.
Why Join?
  • Work with cutting-edge technology in a leading manufacturing facility.
  • Be part of a company that values growth, fairness, and innovation.
  • Drive real change in safety, quality, and performance.
  • Enjoy career development, internal training, and a strong team culture.
Ready to Lead the Way?If you're a driven electrical maintenance professional with leadership experience and a passion for performance, we want to hear from you.Apply Now and become a key part of the Paint Operations success story.

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