Team Leader- Electrical Services

Job Description:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and professional Team Leader to join Alvest Equipment Services (UK) Ltd, based in Kempston, Bedford. You will be part of a well-established and respected technical service team, supporting world-class power-related electronic equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of Aviation Ground Power Units and associated equipment. This is a fast-paced and demanding role requiring resilience, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a dedicated team.

Reporting to the Legacy Manager, the role involves a combination of site-based, workshop, and office responsibilities.

· Represent Alvest Equipment Services professionally when attending customer sites

· Comply with all AES and customer health and safety regulations

· Prepare for site visits, ensuring all RAMS documentation is completed and customer requirements are fully understood and met

· Diagnose and resolve faults using technical expertise and diagnostic tools

· Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders in line with service level agreements, maintaining strong working relationships

· Maintain workshop standards, ensuring a clean, safe, and organised working environment

· Inspect, test, and sign off all repaired units both in the workshop and on customer sites

· Ensure all engineers operate in accordance with AES safety standards

· Take responsibility for stock control, including cycle counts and accurate inventory management

· Conduct and complete monthly site/workshop inspections, reporting findings to the Legacy Manager

· Ensure accurate and timely completion of service reports, expenses, and associated documentation

Required profile

· NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance or BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (preferably via a formal apprenticeship)

· A recognised Level 3 Electrical Testing and Inspection qualification (e.g. C&G 2391, 2391-10, or C&G 2394/2395)

· Full UK Driving Licence

· Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical drawings

· Proficiency in the use of electrical testing equipment

· Minimum of 2–3 years' experience in a similar role, with strong knowledge of Aviation Ground Power Units and Ground Support Equipment

· Ability to work independently and take ownership of electrical tasks

· Eligibility to obtain military and airside security clearance (including a clean 5-year employment and reference history)

· Willingness to travel, including working away from home and occasional overseas assignments

· Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude

· Strong work ethic with a proactive, can-do approach