Engineering Shift Team Leader in Blackpool, North West

Blackpool

permanent, full-time

£60,000 - £63,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

Working in Blackpool, North West

Blackpool, in Lancashire, is one of the UK’s most iconic seaside towns and a major centre for tourism, leisure, and entertainment. The local economy is strongly driven by hospitality, retail, and events, with attractions such as the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and annual illuminations creating significant employment. Beyond tourism, Blackpool has a growing public services sector, with the NHS, schools, and local government among its largest employers. Regeneration projects are supporting investment in business services, digital industries, and housing. The town is connected by the M55 motorway and direct rail links to Preston, Manchester, and beyond. For job seekers, Blackpool offers opportunities in customer service, retail, healthcare, and skilled trades. Affordable housing and a strong community spirit make it a practical choice for families, while its thriving visitor economy ensures consistent seasonal and permanent employment options.

About Engineering

Engineering underpins almost every industry, from manufacturing and aerospace to renewable energy and transport. Careers include mechanical, civil, electrical, and software engineering roles. Employers range from global corporations to specialist consultancies and start-ups. The UK engineering sector offers excellent progression, competitive salaries, and opportunities to work on innovative projects. With the push towards green energy and digital transformation, demand for skilled engineers is only set to increase.

ENGINEERING SHIFT TEAM LEADER

Job Title: Engineering shift team leader

Location: Blackpool

Salary: £60,000-£63,000

Shift: 2's and 3's days and nights (12 hours)

Job Role of the Engineering Shift Team Leader

A superb opportunity has arisen for an Engineering shift team leader to join a supportive and collaborative engineering team within a busy manufacturing site. The company prides itself on a positive working culture where teamwork and mutual respect are at the centre of daily operations.

You will be responsible for both electrical and mechanical maintenance, responding to breakdowns, completing planned preventative maintenance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across site machinery. You will be lead for you shift providing motivation, coordination and development

The company is currently one of the leading manufacturers in the industry and is continually seeing growth. For the right engineer this opportunity will provide plenty of growth opportunities. The company is looking for candidate with excellent attitude to development and progression.

Sector - Factory Maintenance

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Engineering Shift Team Leader

Multi-skilled maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
Hands on experience with pre-planned, reactive and breakdown maintenance in fast paced industrial factory.
Previous leadership experience
Minimum Level 3 engineering qualifications

Desirable Requirements for the Engineering Shift Team Leader

Previous experience working as a Maintenance Engineer in the UK.
Strong electrical skill set
Previous experience working in FMCG or Food

The Engineer Shift Team Leader will benefit from:

Working for a recognised market-leading business.
Excellent benefits package including pension, life insurance, and gym access.
Training and development opportunities for engineers
A company that looks after their employees
Good career growth and development

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

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