Mechanical Team Leader

Mechanical Team Leader

Full-Time 39600 - 48400 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Defence

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in mechanical maintenance and ensure top-notch service delivery.
  • Company: Join a leading provider in the defence and security sector with a strong reputation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity for continuous improvement and innovation in a fast-paced setting.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a vital industry while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in facilities management and strong leadership abilities required.

The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 Β£ per year.

Our client, a leading provider in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Mechanical Team Leader to join their facilities management team in Portsmouth.

Key

Responsibilities: Liaising with departmental Team Leads to support ship docking, waterfront services, and electrical/mechanical maintenance operations.

Leading the scheduling of planned, reactive, and remedial maintenance work, ensuring tasks are completed within SLA and measured against KPIs.

Providing technical support and advice to your team during work activities.

Handling delay requests with supporting documentation where KPI dates cannot be achieved.

Ensuring day-to-day operations are managed effectively, escalating issues when necessary.

Identifying and implementing opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Coordinating with the Technical Buyer to procure necessary spares for maintenance tasks.

Managing reactive activities to ensure a 'right first time' approach through systematic trend analysis.

Supporting clients' requirements and resource needs, ensuring labour is effectively allocated.

Driving continual improvement in customer service levels, productivity, and efficiency.

Ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory obligations.

Increasing self-delivery through upskilling and effective succession planning.

Job

Requirements: Experience working within an FM maintenance team.

Good understanding of the FMSP contract (desirable).

Familiarity with KPI and STO reporting.

Knowledge and experience with Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM).

Experience working with technical specifications and understanding safe systems of work.

Strong work ethic and high personal standards.

Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and adapt to changing circumstances.

Key

Competencies: Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Organised approach to planning and delegation.

Focus on continuous improvement and innovative solutions.

Proactive and forward-looking mindset.

Qualifications

Mechanical Team Leader employer: Defence

As a Systems Engineer at our Bristol location, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge training systems in a secure environment. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and professional growth, offering extensive training and development opportunities to help you advance your career. Join us for a rewarding experience where your contributions directly impact the success of our projects and the safety of our nation.

Defence

Contact Details:

Defence Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Mechanical Team Leader

Leadership Skills
Mechanical Maintenance Operations
Scheduling and Planning
Technical Support
KPI Management
Cost Reduction Strategies
Trend Analysis