Workshop Team Leader

Job Title: Workshop Team Leader – Multi-Skilled Refurbishment Location: Clayton West, Huddersfield Salary: Competitive, plus benefits MacGregor Black are partnering with a global leader in coffee production and innovation. We are seeking a Workshop Team Leader to join a hands-on, high-performing workshop team responsible for the refurbishment and maintenance of mechanical components used in commercial coffee machines. This permanent role offers the opportunity to lead a small team of multi-skilled workshop engineers while ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Huddersfield workshop. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage a small team of engineers undertaking refurbishment of mechanical components. * Allocate workloads, monitor team performance, and conduct appraisals, coaching, and mentoring. * Maintain quality standards, ensure health & safety compliance, and oversee workshop housekeeping. * Manage parts inventory, stock levels, and the maintenance of workshop equipment. * Liaise with internal teams, including Supply Chain, Technical Support, Field Engineers, and Logistics, to ensure operational efficiency. * Implement process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives. * Act as keyholder and manage workshop security, fire safety, and first-aid responsibilities. About You * Proven leadership experience managing a small workshop or engineering team. * Experience in refurbishment, repair, or maintenance of mechanical components. * Strong organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Ability to motivate a team, meet deadlines, and maintain operational targets. * Knowledge of Lean or continuous improvement methodologies is desirable. * Competent in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. * Engineering qualification (C&G Level 3 / ONC) desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? You will join a reputable global coffee business that values innovation, quality, and employee development. This is a practical, hands-on role with the opportunity to lead a skilled team and make a direct impact on workshop performance and the reliability of our clients coffee equipment