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Maintenance Team coordinator Review

at Specsavers

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Manufacturing

Kidderminster

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Driving Operational Efficiency & Cost Savings – Leveraging my expertise in continuous improvement, I will identify and implement process optimizations that reduce waste, increase productivity, and deliver measurable cost savings (e.g., £100k+ annual savings achieved in previous projects).
Enhancing Team Performance & Engagement – With strong leadership experience across multiple departments, I will foster a high-performance culture by developing, mentoring, and motivating teams to exceed targets while creating a great place to work.
Strengthening Cross-Departmental Collaboration – By improving coordination between production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams, I will ensure smoother operations, reduce downtime, and enhance overall efficiency.
Embedding a Proactive & Strategic Mindset – My ability to combine hands-on experience with data-driven decision-making will help anticipate challenges, implement long-term strategies, and drive sustainable business growth.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement & Innovation – I will consistently seek opportunities for process enhancements, technology adoption, and best practice implementation to keep the company competitive and future-ready.
Would you like these refined to align with specific company goals or priorities?
You said:
As a maintenance team manager what would my day to day task look like
ChatGPT said:
Planning & Prioritizing Maintenance Work
Reviewing maintenance schedules and assigning tasks to technicians.
Ensuring preventive maintenance (PPM) plans are followed to reduce breakdowns.
Responding to urgent breakdowns and coordinating quick, effective resolutions.
Managing Team Performance & Development
Leading daily shift meetings to discuss priorities and challenges.
Providing coaching, training, and support to develop team members' skills.
Monitoring individual and team performance, setting clear expectations.
Ensuring Equipment Reliability & Efficiency
Analyzing machine performance data to identify recurring issues.
Working with production to optimize equipment uptime and efficiency.
Implementing continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and costs.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensuring all maintenance work follows health & safety regulations.
Conducting risk assessments and ensuring proper use of PPE.
Keeping up with compliance audits and documentation for regulatory standards.
Cross-Department Collaboration
Liaising with production managers to align maintenance priorities with business needs.
Working closely with procurement to ensure critical spare parts availability.
Supporting engineering projects, upgrades, and new installations.
Continuous Improvement & Cost Control
Identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Enjoyed learning and the development received. Helps me to develop into a stronger/better leader for my team

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Emotional intelligence
Self awareness
Delegation and prioritizing
People management skills, influencing

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I was aware of what was expected of me at all times
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
10/10 - couldn't have asked for more
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Very good
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Extremely well and beneficial. Feedback from colleagues they have seen positive changes.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Specsavers to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Look after the people as much as they care about profit and numbers. Great development opportunities and well supported to achieve my goals.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Specsavers?
Don't wait, go for it now! It will be one of the best decisions you ever make!
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