Team Leader / Mechanic

Swift Temps are currently recruiting for an experienced Team Leader Mechanic to join a busy fleet management and vehicle maintenance operation in Edinburgh.
The business manages and maintains vehicles on behalf of a wide range of companies, creating a varied fleet environment where you'll be dealing with different makes, models and types of vehicles.
This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced mechanic who is ready to take responsibility for a team while remaining actively involved in the workshop. You'll oversee the day-to-day maintenance operation, allocate work, support technicians with more complex issues and make sure vehicles are serviced, repaired and returned to the fleet safely and efficiently.
The Role
Leading and supporting a team of mechanics and workshop staff
Allocating daily jobs and ensuring work is prioritised effectively
Remaining hands-on with servicing, diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance
Diagnosing more complex mechanical faults and supporting the team with fault-finding
Ensuring servicing and repair work is completed to a high standard
Carrying out quality checks on completed work
Supporting technicians with technical advice and problem-solving
Monitoring vehicle maintenance requirements and helping to minimise downtime
Managing planned and reactive maintenance across a varied fleet
Ensuring vehicles are inspected, serviced and repaired in line with required standards
Using diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical and electrical faults
Ensuring accurate maintenance records and paperwork are completed
Liaising with fleet contacts regarding vehicle faults, repairs and priorities
Helping to manage parts requirements and ensuring the correct parts are available
Identifying any recurring mechanical issues and helping to put preventative measures in place
Supporting the training and development of less experienced members of the team
Ensuring workshop health & safety procedures are followed
Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop environment
Helping to improve processes and efficiency across the maintenance operation

We're looking for an experienced mechanic who has the technical ability to lead from the front and the confidence to take responsibility for a busy workshop operation.
You'll ideally have:
A Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance / Vehicle Mechanics or equivalent
Strong previous experience as a Vehicle Mechanic
Previous experience supervising, leading or mentoring a team
Strong knowledge of vehicle servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs
Excellent diagnostic and fault-finding skills
Experience working across a range of vehicle makes and models
Good knowledge of modern vehicle systems and diagnostic equipment
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
The ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands
Good communication skills and the ability to build a strong team environment
A proactive approach and the confidence to make decisions when required

Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and electrical fault-finding would be advantageous, particularly given the range of vehicles within the fleet.

This isn't a purely supervisory position. You'll still be turning your tools, diagnosing faults and getting involved in repairs, while also taking responsibility for the wider team and making sure the workshop operates effectively.
With the company managing fleets for a number of different businesses, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of vehicles and technical issues, making this a role that offers plenty of variety rather than repetitive day-to-day work.
For the right person, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership position while remaining involved in the mechanical side of the job.
If your application is successful you will receive a call from Swift Temps NW - Deeside Branch on .
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