Engineering Team Leader
CV-LibraryDerby, DerbyshirepermanentPosted: 15 September 2026
Apply NowEngineering Team Leader, Derby. Working rotating 12-hour days and nights Company benefits to include private health care and company contributory pension scheme.
The Role – Engineering Team Leader
* 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.
The Person – Engineering Team Leader
* Previous experience in an Engineering Team Leaders role is essential.
* An Apprentice trained Mechanical or Electrical 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.
Ideal Experience
* ONC or HNC would be advantageous.
* Previous automated warehouse experience.
* PPM Planning
* Excellent communication skills.
* Previous continuous improvement experience.
* An understanding of Controls.
* IOSH qualification.
* Health and Safety (ISO 45001)
* Computer Literate, ideally familiar with MS Office products
The Role – Engineering Team Leader
* 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.
The Person – Engineering Team Leader
* Previous experience in an Engineering Team Leaders role is essential.
* An Apprentice trained Mechanical or Electrical 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.
Ideal Experience
* ONC or HNC would be advantageous.
* Previous automated warehouse experience.
* PPM Planning
* Excellent communication skills.
* Previous continuous improvement experience.
* An understanding of Controls.
* IOSH qualification.
* Health and Safety (ISO 45001)
* Computer Literate, ideally familiar with MS Office products