Portsmouth
The Role • Permanent, • Full Time Knowlton and Newman, part of the Rubix Group, provide 24/7 engineering services. We repair, overhaul, install, and maintain pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, hydraulic equipment and cover a wide range of industrial equipment for customers across multiple sectors. The Team Leader Technician is an experienced and multi-skilled engineer, responsible not only for carrying out technical work to the highest standards, but also for providing day-to-day leadership, guidance, and support to technicians within the workshop or on site. The role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of services while acting as the senior technical authority for assigned jobs. Key Responsibilities Core Technical Duties • Install, commission, test, maintain, and repair mechanical and/or electrical systems and equipment., • Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards., • Complete job documentation accurately and on time., • Operate machinery, tools, and test equipment safely and effectively., • Liaise with customers, colleagues, and management to provide updates and technical support. Leadership & Management Responsibilities • Lead day-to-day operations in the workshop or on-site jobs, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency., • Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical support to less experienced technicians., • Monitor productivity, allocate tasks, and ensure deadlines are met., • Maintain tooling, equipment, and consumables, raising orders when required., • Promote continuous improvement in processes, safety, and customer service., • Support estimating and quoting by advising on job durations, methods, and technical requirements., • Act as the primary point of contact for customers and management during job execution., • Complete required paperwork and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant. Person Specification Skills & Experience • Strong technical expertise in one or more specialist areas, • Experience leading or mentoring technicians, with strong interpersonal skills., • Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot a wide range of engineering equipment., • Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to work on bespoke or complex jobs., • Strong organisational skills, able to manage own workflow and coordinate others., • Good communication skills with both colleagues and customers. Qualifications • Recognised apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent)., • Additional specialist training/certification desirable (lifting, electrical testing, confined space, etc.)., • Supervisory/leadership training desirable., • Valid UK driving licence preferred. Health, Safety & Quality Responsibilities • Lead by example in promoting a strong safety-first culture., • Ensure team members comply with company and statutory health & safety requirements., • Carry out risk assessments and ensure control measures are followed., • Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly., • Maintain quality standards in line with ISO procedures and company policies. JBRP1_UKTJ