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Engineering Team Leader

Lutterworth
3 weeks ago
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Engineering Team Leader, Lutterworth. Working rotating 12-hour days and nights. Salary is dependent on experience, plus excellent company benefits to include private health care and company contributory pension scheme.

  • To manage and lead a team of multidiscipline engineers, delivering all aspects of the engineering service within KPI guidelines.
  • To manager and coordinate the daily activities of the team of Resident Engineers through effective planning and organisation.
  • As Engineering Team leader you will always represent Swisslog in a professional manner.
  • Ensure that all work is carried out to a satisfactory level as per the Service Level Agreement for the customer.
  • Conduct performance management reviews.
  • Coach and mentor your team and be a positive role model.
  • Able to understand teams' strengths and weaknesses.
  • Able to analyse and lead under high pressure and during difficult situations.
  • Ensure that the company's and customers safety regulations are followed at all times.
  • Prepare and participate in method statements, risk assessments, and client user and maintenance documentation.
  • Drive continuous improvement on site with your team and comply with Health and Safety legislation.
    What you need to succeed
  • Previous experience in an Engineering Team Leaders role is essential.
  • An Apprentice trained Electrical or Mechanical Engineer, with a minimum Level 3 Qualification.
  • Experience of working with automation is essential for this role.
  • Able to work at heights.
  • This is a customer facing role, so you must be able to communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Able to adapt to new and changing demands and situations.
  • Able to share knowledge with others proactively and always show integrity.
  • Swiss Brand
  • Wellbeing Initiatives
  • Big Brand Customers
  • Grow with Us!
    Our promise to you
    Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.
    Join us on this journey and you'll be part of a global enterprise that's proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that's united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.
    About Swisslog
    Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We're a team of 3,000+ experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we're implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.
    Join the journey!
    If you think a career with Swisslog could be what you are looking for, we'd love to hear from you.
    We're looking forward to receiving your application

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