Job Description
Workshop Team Leader
Salary: £40,000 - £43,000
Location: Swanley, Kent
Shift: Monday to Friday - Days
We are seeking a Workshop Team Leader to oversee day-to-day operations within a busy materials handling workshop. Leading a small team of engineers, you will ensure efficient maintenance, service and repair of a variety of Material Handling Equipment (MHE), while upholding high standards of performance and safety.
Key Responsibilities of the Workshop Team Leader:
* Lead, support and mentor workshop engineers to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality outputs
* Oversee reactive and planned maintenance activities across a range of MHE
* Conduct fault diagnosis and provide guidance on effective repair solutions
* Manage daily workload, prioritising tasks to minimise downtime
* Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to all health & safety procedures
Key Requirements for Workshop Team Leader:
* Strong mechanical background in forklifts, automotive, plant or similar sectors
* Recognised mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
* Previous experience in a workshop-based role, ideally with leadership or mentoring responsibilities
* Confident communicator with excellent problem-solving skills
Ideal Backgrounds:
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