Team Leader – Service & Repairs

at; Österreich; Vor Ort; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading service company in Austria is seeking a proactive Team Leader – Service & Repairs to lead a team of service technicians. This role ensures timely and cost-effective customer service and repair work while fostering a positive team culture. The ideal candidate has strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with 5+ years of welding experience. A Forklift Licence is required. Competitive salary and collaborative environment offered.

Leistungen

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for team development

Competitive salary package

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in a team leader, supervisor, or senior technician role.
• 5+ years of welding experience is essential.
• Strong ability to motivate, coach, and engage teams.

Aufgaben

• Lead and support daily activities of the Service & Repairs team.
• Ensure customer service and repair jobs are completed timely.
• Manage resources effectively to minimise downtime.

Kenntnisse

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Understanding of safety standards

Tools

Forklift Licence

Jobbeschreibung

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Retailquip is seeking a proactive and hands-on Team Leader – Service & Repairs to lead a team of 6–12 service technicians. This role is responsible for ensuring all customer service and repair work is delivered on time, safely, and cost-effectively. The Team Leader will also be accountable for maintaining a positive team culture, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and SOPs.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

Lead, coordinate, and support the daily activities of the Service & Repairs team (6–12 staff).

Ensure customer service and repair jobs are completed in a timely, high-quality, and cost-efficient manner.

Allocate workloads, set priorities, and monitor progress to achieve service targets.

Manage resources effectively to minimise downtime and reduce costs.

While it is a leadership role there is over 50% of your time on the tools of the trade working with your team in the service & repair area.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with Safety SOPs, company policies, and regulatory standards.

Conduct regular toolbox talks, audits, and inspections to reinforce a strong safety culture.

Team Culture & Engagement

Foster a positive, engaged, and accountable team culture where staff are motivated and supported.

Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to team members.

Lead by example to promote professionalism, collaboration, and pride in workmanship.

Identify opportunities to improve repair/service processes to boost efficiency and quality.

Implement initiatives to increase team performance while maintaining a low-cost service model.

Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on team results to leadership team.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience in a team leader, supervisor, or senior technician role within a service, repair, or maintenance environment.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and engage teams.

Solid understanding of repair and service operations, including resource allocation and workflow planning.

Knowledge of safety standards and SOPs, with demonstrated commitment to workplace health & safety.

5 plus years of welding experience is essential.

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to drive process improvements.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to balance cost efficiency with high-quality service delivery.

Forklift Licence is a must.

What We Offer

A supportive and collaborative team environment.

The opportunity to lead and develop a growing team.

A role where you can directly influence service quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Competitive salary package.

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