The Role
* Permanent
* Full Time
Knowlton and Newman, part of the Rubix Group, provide 24/7 engineering services. We repair, overhaul, install, and maintain pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, hydraulic equipment and cover a wide range of industrial equipment for customers across multiple sectors.
The Team Leader Technician is an experienced and multi-skilled engineer, responsible not only for carrying out technical work to the highest standards, but also for providing day-to-day leadership, guidance, and support to technicians within the workshop or on site. The role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of services while acting as the senior technical authority for assigned jobs.
Key Responsibilities
Core Technical Duties
* Install, commission, test, maintain, and repair mechanical and/or electrical systems and equipment.
* Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
* Complete job documentation accurately and on time.
* Operate machinery, tools, and test equipment safely and effectively.
* Liaise with customers, colleagues, and management to provide updates and technical support.
Leadership & Management Responsibilities
* Lead day-to-day operations in the workshop or on-site jobs, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency.
* Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical support to less experienced technicians.
* Monitor productivity, allocate tasks, and ensure deadlines are met.
* Maintain tooling, equipment, and consumables, raising orders when required.
* Promote continuous improvement in processes, safety, and customer service.
* Support estimating and quoting by advising on job durations, methods, and technical requirements.
* Act as the primary point of contact for customers and management during job execution.
* Complete required paperwork and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant.
Person Specification
Skills & Experience
* Strong technical expertise in one or more specialist areas
* Experience leading or mentoring technicians, with strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot a wide range of engineering equipment.
* Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to work on bespoke or complex jobs.
* Strong organisational skills, able to manage own workflow and coordinate others.
* Good communication skills with both colleagues and customers.
Qualifications
* Recognised apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent).
* Additional specialist training/certification desirable (lifting, electrical testing, confined space, etc.).
* Supervisory/leadership training desirable.
* Valid UK driving licence preferred.
Health, Safety & Quality Responsibilities
* Lead by example in promoting a strong safety-first culture.
* Ensure team members comply with company and statutory health & safety requirements.
* Carry out risk assessments and ensure control measures are followed.
* Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly.
* Maintain quality standards in line with ISO procedures and company policies.