Multi-Skilled Maintenance Team Leader

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Job Description:
Location: East Midlands Airport Job Type: Full-Time | Shift-Based
Shift Pattern: Monday–Friday Shifts
06:00am to 14:00pm
14:00pm to 22:00pm
22:00pm to 06:00am
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Maintenance Team Leader to join our fast-paced, state-of-the-art sortation facility. You don't need to have experience as a team leader to be in contention for this role as it would suit a motivated engineer looking to step up.
You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of a highly automated environment, working with equipment such as conveyors and PLC-controlled systems, and associated electrical and mechanical components.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a modern facility that offers cutting-edge technology, ongoing training, and strong progression opportunities.
About the Team
Our team of Maintenance Engineers are highly skilled control systems engineers who lead a team within our fully automated facility. This is a key position combining 80% hands-on technical work and 20% administrative responsibility.
As a team leader, you will oversee maintenance, automation, and control operations using advanced technologies and be provided with an outstanding platform to enhance your technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate a team of engineers and clerks
Prioritise maintenance activities and allocate tasks effectively
Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on automation systems
Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and control system faults
Respond rapidly to breakdowns to minimise operational downtime
Maintaining and troubleshooting work on conveyors, motors, sensors, VFDs, scanners and pneumatic system and PLC-controlled systems (e.g. Siemens, Allen Bradley)
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for system performance
Ensure compliance with health & safety standards
Maintain accurate records using CMMS/Maximo systems
Support installation and commissioning of new equipment
Collaborate closely with operations during peak periods
Requirements
Electrical Engineering Degree (HNC/HND)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and diagrams
Strong electrical fault-finding skills
Knowledge of conveyors, sorters, motors, sensors, relays, and drives
Working knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley)
Strong understanding of health & safety practices
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and overtime
17th / 18th Edition desirable but not essential
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Company pension scheme
Paid maternity leave
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative engineering team
Modern, automated working environment
Employee wellbeing programme
Equal Opportunity Statement
UPS is committed to treating all individuals fairly. Recruitment, selection, training, promotion, and compensation are based on merit, experience, and job-related criteria. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. xehkeey
Employee Type:
Permanent UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Job Details

Company
UPS
Location
Castle Donington, Leicestershire, UK
Posted