Team Leader – Electrical Production
South Wales | Permanent
CAF Rolling Stock, a global leader in the manufacture of railway vehicles and equipment, is seeking a calm, driven, and technically skilled Team Leader to join our state-of-the-art, purpose-built manufacturing facility in South Wales.
This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile, long-term rail project while developing your leadership and technical capabilities within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
The Role
As Team Leader, you’ll lead a small electrical team (approx. 8–15 operators) on the production line, providing hands-on technical support and day-to-day guidance. You’ll be responsible for:
Reviewing production schedules and ensuring builds are completed to a high standard
Managing project costs and keeping them within or under KPIs
Leading daily meetings and SQDCP briefings to align team goals
Ensuring safety protocols are followed and the correct tools/materials are available
Supporting ramp-up production and training new team members
Providing electrical expertise, including reading and interpreting schematics
Handling standard team leader responsibilities (e.g., return to work, disciplinaries)
You’ll report directly to the Production Manager, who is deeply committed to developing future managers through training, mentoring, and career progression.
What’s on Offer
A permanent role in a reputable rail industry company with a strong order book
Career progression into line leader, production supervisor, or lateral moves into test technician, manufacturing engineering, or quality
A collaborative, inclusive team culture that values diversity and personal growth
The chance to lead a team and see your work roll out into service
Shift flexibility (days or shifts) with a 20% uplift for shift work
A purpose-built facility designed for innovation and efficiency
Essentials
Previous experience in manufacturing or production
Proven leadership experience (managing 3–15 people)
Strong electrical background with ability to read schematics
IOSH Certified
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Six Sigma knowledge
Experience in cost control and leading SQDCP briefings
Desirable
Electrical degree or formal electrical qualifications
Experience in rail or electrical systems in manufacturing
About Ford & Stanley Group
Ford & Stanley Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness.
Ford & Stanley Group Ltd is a Disability Confident Committed employer and is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy