Vehicle Workshop Team Leader in Cardiff

This is a very successful and growing family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £34,000 - £37,500
• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Occasional overtime, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life insurance cover, Profit Related Pay, Employee Assistance Programme

This role is commutable from the following areas: Cardiff, Newport, Barry, Caerphilly, Chepstow.

Role Overview

• As the Team Leader, you’ll combine your technical expertise with day-to-day coordination and support. You will lead by example as the workshop’s lead installer, ensuring quality, safety and efficiency across both workshop and mobile operations.
• This is a varied, meaningful role where your work directly contributes to improving people’s lives.
• The role will be 70% workshop based and 30% mobile, specialising in installations and quality checks.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in vehicle adaptations, automotive engineering, mobility solutions or a related field.
• Strong technical understanding of vehicle systems and basic vehicle electrics.
• Background in the automotive sector with a high standard of workmanship.
• Leadership experience is an advantage, but skilled installers ready to progress are equally encouraged.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Strong communicator with a supportive, collaborative leadership style.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Automotive or mechanical qualifications (desirable).
• Training in vehicle electrics or related disciplines is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Workshop Management

• Lead, mentor and motivate a small team of workshop and mobile installation engineers.
• Plan and allocate daily workloads to maintain an efficient and well-structured workflow.
• Ensure the workshop is consistently safe, compliant, tidy and professionally presented.
• Support the Service Manager with operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Carry out the installation of a wide range of vehicle adaptations for drivers and passengers.
• Provide hands-on technical support and guidance to engineers on complex or challenging jobs.
• Maintain high-quality standards and ensure all installations meet industry best practice.

• Perform routine quality checks on completed work.
• Ensure all team members follow safe working practices and health & safety regulations.
• Oversee workshop tools, equipment and calibration requirements.

• Monitor stock levels and oversee ordering of parts and consumables.
• Maintain stock accuracy and ensure prompt reporting of shortages or issues.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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