Team Leader

About The Role

Balfour Beatty is an industry leader in infrastructure, delivering essential projects that connect communities and shape the future. Our commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability drives us to achieve excellence in everything we do.

Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic 'hands-on' Team Leader to manage and guide our factory team. This role requires a balance between leadership, management, and active participation in factory operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in manufacturing, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and have the ability to foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

Work Environment

• The role is primarily based in a factory setting, which may involve exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and standing for extended periods.
• Flexibility in working hours, including potential shifts, is required to meet project and operational demands.
  
  

The role is based out of our Painter Brothers factory in Hereford.

What you'll be doing

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Management:
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of factory workers ensuring high performance and morale.
• Facilitate daily team meetings to set objectives, provide guidance, and maintain open communication.
• Monitor team performance and productivity, providing constructive feedback and support.
• Implement and maintain strong health and safety practices within the team.
• Operational Oversight:
• Oversee daily factory operations, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and to specification.
• Coordinate with project managers and other departments to align factory operations with project requirements.
• Manage resource allocation efficiently to meet production demands.
• Engage actively in problem-solving to address any operational challenges promptly.
• Hands-On Participation:
• Actively participate in the factory floor activities, operating machinery, and performing tasks as needed.
• Set a high standard of work ethic and productivity, serving as a role model for team members.
• Cover for team members during holidays and sickness by running machines and ensuring seamless operations.
• Quality Control:
• Conduct regular quality inspections to ensure product standards are met.
• Identify and address any quality issues immediately, implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of quality inspections and non-conformances.
• Training & Development:
• Identify training needs within the team and organise relevant training sessions.
• Ensure team members are up-to-date with industry best practices and safety protocols.
• Encourage continuous learning and professional development among team members.
• Compliance & Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to factory operations and personnel.
  
  

Who we're looking for

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in a hands-on leadership role within a manufacturing or factory environment.
• In-depth understanding of factory operations and machinery.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards.
• Proficiency in operating factory machinery and willingness to participate in operational tasks.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Relevant certifications in manufacturing, engineering, or project management.
• Previous experience with Balfour Beatty projects or similar large-scale operations.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
  
  

Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some Of Our Key Benefits Are

• An attractive/negotiated salary;
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
• Pension savings schemes;
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
• Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.
  
  

About Us

We manufacture structural steel products at Painter Brothers for some of the UK’s most complex power distribution, rail and nuclear infrastructure projects. Combining the latest technologies and state-of-the-art machinery with flexible logistics and meticulous quality management, we bring our customer’s designs to life.

Delivering high quality steel fabrication from our 50,000m² manufacturing facility in Hereford we have one of the largest machining capabilities in the UK, with the capacity to manufacture over 8,000 tonnes of any type of steel work structures each year.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/