Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor | Colchester area | up to £35,000 + up to 20% Bonus We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to join a specialist manufacturing and repurposing operation in the Colchester area. This is a varied role combining mechanical maintenance, plant operations and team leadership. You will supervise the plant team, coordinate day-to-day operations and take responsibility for keeping a range of industrial processing machinery running safely and efficiently. The Role Supervise and allocate work to plant operators and maintenance staff Manage and develop planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules Carry out hands-on mechanical repairs, servicing and fault finding Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems Oversee processing, conveying, sorting and size-reduction equipment Monitor machinery condition and minimise breakdowns and production downtime Maintain maintenance records and manage critical spare parts Support improvements to plant reliability, efficiency and throughput Train and support team members in safe machinery operation and site procedures About You You will have a strong practical mechanical, engineering or plant maintenance background, ideally with previous supervisory or team-leading experience. Experience in manufacturing, recycling, waste, heavy industry or a similar environment would be beneficial. You should have: Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems Experience managing or working with PPM schedules Previous experience supervising or leading a team A strong focus on health and safety Good organisation, communication and problem-solving skills Experience with GRP, fibreglass, composites or abrasive materials would be advantageous, as would welding/fabrication, basic electrical skills or plant operating qualifications. Full training will be provided on the company's machinery and processes. What's on Offer? Up to £42,000 total package with potential bonus up to 20% 25 days' holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays Option to purchase up to 5 additional holiday days per year Free refreshments and treats Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm This is an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Supervisor, Engineering Supervisor, Maintenance Team Leader or experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for a hands-on role with genuine responsibility for both people and plant. #Tier1