Team Leader, Leeds

We are presently looking for a permanent Team Leader to join one of our client’s rail team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business and build your career with a company with over 100 years of industry leading experience.

The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate a wide knowledge of on-board train systems with large emphasis on fault-fining, as well as being capable of providing technical support to the technicians when required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervision of a small team of Technicians
• Planning and organising of warranty repairs
• Liaising with customer at all times to ensure that train availability and reliability targets are achieved
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and classify work in terms of safety and the impact on the train’s performance are essential
• Large diesel engines and transmissions
• High voltage diesel generator sets
• HVAC systems
• High pressure pneumatics
• Wiring, fault finding and other associated electrical/mechanical task

Required Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant electrical / mechanical discipline

Required Professional Experience:

• 3 years post apprenticeship experience
• Diagnostic experience
• Rail industry, an automotive or aerospace background
• Able to interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematic diagrams
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Available for shift work (Days & Nights including weekends)