Mechanical engineering team leader Work, Jobs in London (with Salaries)

Engineering Team Leader
Pilgrim's Europe —Southall
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Engineering Team Leader
Warburtons —Enfield
- Up to £67,300 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Analysis skills
- Bakery
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Head of Engineering
Emcor —Waltham Cross
- £78,500 a year
- Full-time
- Mechanical knowledge
- Employee assistance programme
- Referral programme
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Service Team Leader / Supervisor
Palfinger UK (part of the T H White Group) —London
- Up to £47,840 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
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Engineering Shift Leader
Integral UK —London
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- IT
- Annual leave
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Mechanical Engineering Lead – UK Water/Wastewater (Technical Leadership & Growth)
Egis —London
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Presentation skills
- Annual leave
Field Service Engineer
NoteMachine UK Ltd —North London
- From £37,670 a year
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Programmable logic controllers
- Travel
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Static Mechanical Engineer
Equans —Westminster
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Intermediate Mechanical Engineer
Baily Garner —London
- £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
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Mechanical Engineer
KELVIN HUGHES LIMITED —Enfield
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Engineering
Shift Engineering Supervisor
Biffa Waste Services —London
- £27.92 an hour
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Supervising experience
- Welding
- Employee discount
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Engineering Chargehand
Arriva Kent Thameside Limited —Hemel Hempstead
- £28.06 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Maintenance
- Leadership
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Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
Regent College London —London
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Flexible schedule
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Shift Leader
JIK-Integral UK Limited —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- IT
- Annual leave
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Senior Mechanical Estimator
Glanua —Hatfield Heath
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
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Engineer’s Mate
WHScott & Son —Erith
- Nights as needed
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Annual leave
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7d
Shift Engineer
ASR Group —London
- £55,700 a year
- Day shift
- Engineering
- Maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
6d
Mechanical / Ductwork Labourers
Exentec Hargreaves —Edmonton
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
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Cable Puller
Murphy Group —London
- Driving
- Travel
Regional Engineering Operations Manager
CBRE —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook

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Engineering Team Leader

Pilgrim's Europe -
Southall

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Job details

8 days ago

Full job description

Location: Windmill Lane
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 07:00 - 15:00 (37.5h/week) - with potential weekend cover and time in lieu

Holiday Entitlement: 33 days including Christmas Day

We are looking for an experienced and driven Engineering Team Leader to provide high-quality engineering support and lead a team in delivering reliable, efficient site performance.

This is a hands-on leadership role focused on maximising equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across site operations. You will play a key part in coordinating engineering activities, supporting production, and developing engineering capability within your team.

Ensure planned preventative maintenance (PPM) is delivered effectively across all plant and equipment
Diagnose and support the resolution of mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime
Monitor plant performance and work with Production to improve efficiency and output
Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and implement long-term fixes to recurring issues
Support site projects, installations, and continuous improvement initiatives
Promote a strong culture of health, safety, and compliance across all engineering activities
Ensure all work is carried out in line with safe systems of work and statutory requirements
Act as Permit to Work Controller, ensuring safe and compliant operations
Maintain audit-ready standards, including GMP and housekeeping (5S)
Lead, coach, and motivate a team of engineers to deliver high performance
Allocate tasks effectively based on priority and business needs
Conduct performance reviews and support development through training and coaching
Manage absence, holidays, and resource planning to ensure adequate cover
Ensure clear communication and effective shift handovers
Monitor KPIs including downtime, PPM compliance, and engineering performance
Analyse data to identify trends and drive improvements
Support the implementation of lean and operational excellence tools
Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities across engineering and utilities
Ensure accurate recording of work, downtime, and parts usage within CMMS
Work closely with Operations to improve productivity and efficiency
Support Operator Asset Care (OAC) programmes
Manage contractors and ensure compliance with site standards
Contribute to site and group projects, including Management of Change processes

Experience & Skills

Proven experience in an engineering leadership or supervisory role
Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
Experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team effectively
Good communication and organisational skills

Desirable

Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and automated systems
Experience with CMMS, PPM systems, and RCA processes
Food safety knowledge (HACCP, GMP)
Continuous improvement / lean experience

Qualifications

City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering
Health & Safety Level 2 (minimum)
Additional certifications (e.g. COSHH, Confined Spaces, Ammonia, etc.) beneficial

We are looking for someone who:

Takes ownership and leads by example
Drives a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
Works collaboratively with operations and other departments
Maintains high standards of quality, compliance, and performance
Demonstrates a proactive, “can-do” approach

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Free Onsite Parking, Subsidised Canteen, Access to Help@Hand discounts etc
A key leadership role with real impact on site performance and reliability
Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled engineering team
Exposure to a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
Involvement in projects, improvements, and operational excellence initiatives
Strong focus on career development and progression opportunities
Supportive team environment where your expertise and ideas are valued
Be part of a business committed to continuous improvement and engineering excellence

If you’re an experienced engineer ready to step into a leadership role and drive performance, apply now and take the next step in your career.

Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.

We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.

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