Team Leader - Electrical Services in Bedford

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and professional Team Leader to join Alvest Equipment Services (UK) Ltd, based in Kempston, Bedford. You will be part of a well-established and respected technical service team, supporting world-class power-related electronic equipment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of Aviation Ground Power Units and associated equipment. This is a fast-paced and demanding role requiring resilience, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a dedicated team. Reporting to the Legacy Manager, the role involves a combination of site-based, workshop, and office responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Represent Alvest Equipment Services professionally when attending customer sites.
• Comply with all AES and customer health and safety regulations.
• Prepare for site visits, ensuring all RAMS documentation is completed and customer requirements are fully understood and met.
• Diagnose and resolve faults using technical expertise and diagnostic tools.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders in line with service level agreements, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Maintain workshop standards, ensuring a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Inspect, test, and sign off all repaired units both in the workshop and on customer sites.
• Ensure all engineers operate in accordance with AES safety standards.
• Take responsibility for stock control, including cycle counts and accurate inventory management.
• Conduct and complete monthly site/workshop inspections, reporting findings to the Legacy Manager.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of service reports, expenses, and associated documentation.

Profile Required:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance or BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (preferably via a formal apprenticeship).
• A recognised Level 3 Electrical Testing and Inspection qualification (e.g. C&G 2391, 2391-10, or C&G 2394/2395).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical drawings.
• Proficiency in the use of electrical testing equipment.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role, with strong knowledge of Aviation Ground Power Units and Ground Support Equipment.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of electrical tasks.
• Eligibility to obtain military and airside security clearance (including a clean 5-year employment and reference history).
• Willingness to travel, including working away from home and occasional overseas assignments.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Strong work ethic with a proactive, "can-do" approach.

Hiring Conditions and Benefits:

• Company vehicle provided for direct travel from home to interventions.
• 40 hours per week.
• 25 working days paid per year.
• Sickness plan.
• Overtime paid.

Alvest Equipment Services (AES) offers a complete range of excellent service for ground handling equipment in the airport environment. These services include equipment rental (short or long term), fleet management and equipment sharing, maintenance services, refurbishment and sale of used equipment, as well as tailor-made advice. AES is an Alvest company, Ground Support Equipment worldwide leader with TLD, SAS, Sage Parts and AES.