The Role

As our Maintenance Team Leader, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency and continuous improvement of our manufacturing operations. Leading a team of three Maintenance Technicians, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating maintenance activities, minimising equipment downtime and creating a safe, highly engaged and high-performing team environment.

This role exists to strengthen our maintenance capability, improve asset performance and support the delivery of operational objectives across the business. You will work closely with Production, Engineering and Senior Management teams to balance preventative maintenance, reactive breakdown support and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining hands-on engineering expertise with strong leadership and people management skills.

This role is based on 37.5 hours per week, with standard working hours of 08:00 - 16:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 - 14:00 on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Planning:

• Lead, plan and prioritise maintenance activities across the site, balancing preventative maintenance, breakdown response and improvement projects

• Own and manage the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme, ensuring all tasks are completed to the required standard and timeframe

• Coordinate a prompt and effective response to equipment and machinery breakdowns

• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and reliability

• Maintain effective spares and consumables management to support maintenance requirements

People and Departmental Leadership:

• Lead and develop a team of three Maintenance Technicians, creating a positive, accountable and collaborative working environment

• Set clear expectations, objectives and priorities for individuals and the team

• Conduct appraisals, provide regular feedback and support the development of team members

• Manage performance, attendance and conduct matters in partnership with the People & Culture team

• Support recruitment, onboarding and training activities as required

• Act as the key link between the maintenance team and the wider business

• Build strong working relationships with Production, Engineering, Facilities and Senior Management teams

• Communicate priorities, progress and performance clearly to both the maintenance team and business stakeholders

• Work collaboratively to support operational targets and business objectives

Continuous Improvement, Safety & Compliance:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime, improve efficiency and enhance maintenance processes

• Monitor and report on maintenance KPIs, including machine downtime, breakdown trends, response times and repeat failures

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture across all maintenance activities

• Support adherence to ISO standards and company quality requirement

About You

We are looking for a proactive and people-focused maintenance professional who enjoys leading others, solving problems and driving continuous improvement. You will be equally comfortable providing technical support, analysing performance data and developing your team to achieve excellent results.

Essential Requirements:

• Significant maintenance and engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Previous supervisory, Team Leader or people management experience

• Proven ability to build strong working relationships and manage a diverse team

• Experience conducting appraisals, providing feedback and managing performance

• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding capabilities

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Teams, Excel and Word

• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands effectively

• Strong understanding of health, safety and operational compliance requirements

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant engineering qualifications or certifications

• Experience developing, monitoring and reporting maintenance KPIs

• Experience using ERP or maintenance management systems

• Understanding of change management and continuous improvement methodologies

• Experience working within ISO-regulated environments

Attributes That Set You Apart:

• People Focused Leader: Creates a positive culture, develops others and leads by example

• Continuous Improvement Mindset : Always looking for ways to improve equipment, processes and performance

• Organised & Proactive: Plans ahead, prioritises effectively and delivers results

• Strong Communicator: Able to build relationships and communicate effectively at all levels

• Accountable & Resilient: Takes ownership of outcomes and remains calm under pressure

• Safety & Quality Driven: Committed to maintaining the highest standards in everything you do

Our Company Values & Behaviours

We are proud of our culture and expect every team member to live by our below Company Values & Behaviours that make Amazon Filters a great place to work. We will therefore be looking for the below attributes in our candidates:

Behaviours:

• Show You Care: Take time to listen, support and collaborate with colleagues and lead by example

• Focus on Quality: Strive for excellence in every task, from customer interactions to internal processes. Demonstrating a desire for continuous improvement

• Own It: Be accountable for your work, take initiative and actively seek feedback to grow

• Be Positive: Approach challenges with optimism and look for positive solutions to issues

• Be Polite & Friendly: Treat everyone with respect and courtesy both internally and externally

Values:

• Trusted: Be reliable and preserve trust by building relationships with transparency, accountability and ethical conduct

• Accessible: Willingness and ability in responding to and support colleagues and customers when they need it

• Expert: Demonstrate skill and knowledge to provide clarity and expertise every step of the way

• Innovative: Embrace creativity and forward thinking to drive positive change and create opportunities for improvement

• Proven: Drawing on experience in your field of expertise to provide robust solutions

Benefits

Joining Amazon Filters means becoming part of a supportive and people‑focused business. We offer a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Healthcare Cash Plan: Claim back on dental, optical and physiotherapy costs

• Profit Share Scheme: Twice‑yearly bonus payments (March & September)

• Volunteering Days : Two paid days per year to support local communities

• Early Finish Fridays: Shorter working day every Friday

• Annual Leave: 24 days plus bank holidays (increasing with service), with the option to buy up to 5 additional days

• Enhanced Pension Scheme: Salary sacrifice pension scheme

• Financial Wellbeing Support: Access to expert tools and resources

• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders

• Retail & Gym Discounts: Savings on everyday purchases and fitness memberships

• Cycle to Work Scheme: Tax‑free bike and accessories

Application

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, please apply by submitting your CV along with a cover letter explaining why this role is right for you and how your skills and experience align with our Values & Behaviours.

Our selection process will assess your technical capability, analytical thinking, communication skills and cultural fit.