We are looking for a hands-on, mechanically minded Operations & Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operation of our specialist GRP repurposing facility. The role will involve supervising the plant team, coordinating production, operating and maintaining processing machinery, and ensuring high standards of safety, quality and efficiency. A key responsibility will be developing and managing preventative maintenance schedules, carrying out mechanical repairs and fault finding, and troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems to minimise breakdowns and production downtime.
The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical, engineering or plant maintenance background, with 2–3 years' supervisory experience in manufacturing, recycling or a heavy industrial environment. Experience with GRP, fibreglass, composites or abrasive materials would be advantageous, as would plant operating, HSE, welding/fabrication or basic electrical skills. This is a predominantly hands-on, plant-based role requiring strong leadership, organisation, communication and problem-solving skills. Full training will be provided on the company's existing machinery, processes and procedures.
Culture Vision: A workplace where everyone belongs.
Key Responsibilities
· Staff Leadership & Operations
· Organise daily shifts, allocate tasks and supervise plant operators.
· Ensure production targets, processing volumes and quality standards are achieved.
· Train staff in safe machinery operation, GRP handling and site procedures.
· Maintain high Health, Safety & Environment standards.
· Monitor staff performance and address operational issues promptly.
Machinery & Maintenance
· Develop and manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules.
· Carry out hands-on mechanical repairs, servicing and fault finding.
· Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
· Operate and oversee heavy processing, size-reduction, sorting and conveying equipment.
· Monitor machinery condition and identify potential failures before they cause downtime.
· Maintain critical spare parts and maintenance records.
GRP Processing
· Oversee the intake, sorting and processing of GRP materials.
· Monitor plant performance, material flow and finished product quality.
· Manage dust extraction and housekeeping requirements.
· Monitor equipment wear caused by abrasive GRP materials.
· Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput and equipment reliability.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
· Strong mechanical/engineering or plant maintenance background.
· 2–3 years' experience supervising staff in manufacturing, recycling or a heavy industrial environment.
· Experience creating or managing preventative maintenance schedules.
· Practical mechanical fault-finding and repair skills.
· Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
· Strong safety awareness and ability to lead a team.
Desirable
· Experience with GRP, fiberglass, composites, recycling or abrasive materials.
· Forklift/Telehandler or other plant operating qualifications.
· IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualification.
· Welding, fabrication or basic electrical experience.
Personal Attributes
· Practical, hands-on and mechanically minded.
· Proactive approach to maintenance and problem-solving.
· Strong leadership and communication skills.
· Able to work calmly under pressure.
· Organised and able to balance production with maintenance requirements.
· Safety-focused with a strong attention to detail.
Working Conditions
· Predominantly plant-based and hands-on role.
· Exposure to dust, noise, fibreglass and industrial machinery; appropriate PPE provided.
· May involve physical activity, machinery operation and maintenance work.
· Occasional shift work or on-call support may be required.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical maintenance professional to take ownership of the operation, improve plant reliability and play a key role in the development of a specialist GRP repurposing facility.
What’s on offer?
Basic Salary: £28,000 to £35,000 (depending on experience) per annum based on 37.5 hours per week
NPGSBS: Potential to earn 20% of Basic salary as part of the company Net Profit Gain Share Bonus System (NPGSBS)
Total Package: £33,600 to £42,000
Holidays: 33 days per year including 8 Bank Holidays – (5 days to be taken at Christmas).
Loyalty Holiday accrued from Year 2, with 1 additional day awarded in Yr2, Yr4, Yr6, Yr8, Yr10 – up to a max of 5 additional long service holiday days). Option to purchase 5 additional days per year.
Some more great reasons to work at Dura Composites:
· Full Sick Pay scheme, following 1yr service.
· Auto Enrolment Pension scheme provided by People’s Pension
· Occupational Health (health & lifestyle screening services, confidential health & medical support)
· Wellbeing programmes & initiatives (i.e., massages, wellness & fitness groups)
· Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electric Car Scheme, Tech Scheme, Cycle to Work
· Quarterly 1-2-1 welfare & performance reviews
· Role-specific training & development opportunities, and team-building activities.
· The choice to attend PRIDE Experience outings, social events, and celebrations throughout the year.
· Free refreshments and treats.
Company Information:
Founded in 1996, Dura Composites offers an unparalleled range of composite solutions that harness cutting-edge design and manufacturing techniques to replace traditional materials such as wood, concrete, and steel across a wide variety of applications and industries.
Winners of three King’s awards, Dura Composites’ fully recyclable d² product range includes walkway grating, trench covers, structural profiles, handrailing, high-rise balcony decking, access structures, and station platforms. Designed with sustainability at their core, these unique products incorporate weight-reducing innovations that simplify on-site logistics and reduce environmental impact by minimising embodied carbon. Uniquely, our d² products are fully recyclable at the end of their lifecycle, aligning with our commitment to a circular economy.
Our Purpose: The Lowest Carbon Walkways in the World, to Best Preserve our Planet.
Our commitment to innovation and sustainability ensures that businesses can achieve their net-zero goals without compromise. Our purpose is clear, by pioneering the world's lowest carbon walkways, we're redefining sustainable infrastructure - delivering safer, stronger, and greener solutions that are proven to support a better future for all.
Pay: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Experience:
- supervising staff in manufacturing, recycling : 2 years (preferred)
- Creating or managing preventative maintenance schedules: 2 years (preferred)
- Strong safety awareness and ability to lead a team: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
