Lead Engineer, Operations Management, Systems Engineer

Lead Engineer

Location: Leicester

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Monday to Friday

Salary:
Up to £52,500 per annum

An experienced engineering professional is required to step into a leadership position, supporting the Engineering Manager while driving operational performance and team development. This role plays a key part in ensuring engineering excellence, safety compliance, and continuous improvement across site operations

Key Responsibilities needed for this

Lead Engineer role:

Leadership & Team Support:

• Lead, coach and support a team of engineers, providing hands-on technical guidance
• Act as deputy to the Engineering Manager, overseeing activities and budgets when required
• Ensure planned preventative maintenance schedules and corrective works are completed effectively
• Support delivery of training for engineers and operators on equipment and processes

Compliance, Safety & Standards

• Ensure adherence to QHSE standards, policies and procedures
• Maintain compliance with risk assessments, COSHH, RIDDOR and relevant regulations
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure training requirements are met
• Support maintenance of industry accreditations and standards

Continuous Improvement & Operationa...