Role Summary
An opportunity is available for a Fleet Workshop Team Leader based at our Ty Coch depot. You’ll play a key role in creating a safe, compliant and high-performing workshop environment. You’ll lead and develop a team that delivers efficient Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU) operations, ensuring all work meets strict regulatory standards. Responsible for the maintenance and availability of HGVs, LCVs, trailers and plant equipment, you’ll make sure every asset is safe, reliable and cost-effective, supporting operational needs with minimal downtime. Working closely with the Regional Fleet Manager, you’ll act as the vital link between the Fleet team and Field Operations – driving clear communication, aligned priorities and swift resolution of vehicle-related issues.
About National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED)
National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) is the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the regional VMU team and individuals to drive operational excellence.
- Ensure the efficient and cost-effective operation of the workshop.
- Manage workshop expenditure in line with Op-Ex budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery.
- Oversee workshop compliance, safety, and ISO accreditation activities.
- Issue, check and complete documentation relating to the activities of the workshop.
- Hold regular team meetings, representing the team locally in matters concerning workshop activities.
- Carry out annual Performance Development Reviews of the team.
- Monitor sickness absence and carry out return-to-work interviews; agree annual leave requests from the team.
- Liaise with other departments, drivers, external suppliers, and customers.
- Manage the accident damage process.
- Undertake regular stock checking of parts, tools and equipment.
- Set priorities and programme the team’s work.
Qualifications
- Considerable mechanical experience with proven experience in leading or managing workshop operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of fleet regulations and compliance.
- Ability to confidently use fleet management systems for maintenance records, reporting and accessing technical information.
- Clear, effective communicator with good organisational ability, able to manage competing priorities and high workloads, ensuring fleet assets returned to service quickly and safely.
- NVQ/IMI level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
- Full driving licence (Class C desirable).
- IRTEC Licensed (desirable).
- IMI Electric Vehicle Maintenance System Repair and Replacement.
- ADAS Trained.
- Air Conditioning F-Gas Certified.
- IOSH Certified.
- Main Dealer Manufacturer Training.
Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.
Benefits
- 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service.
- Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%).
- Annual Share Save plan.
- Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family.
- Support via the Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services.
- Free on-site parking at all our main sites.
All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.
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