Electrical Team Leader

JMC Aviation; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in aviation recruitment is seeking an Electrical Team Leader to oversee the Avionics and Electrical workshop operations. The successful candidate will plan and direct team activities to meet production targets while ensuring high performance through effective team management. This role requires background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, as well as previous leadership experience in an engineering environment. Benefits include a profit-sharing scheme and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Profit Share Scheme

Overtime paid at 1.5 times hourly rate

31 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Nationally recognised Training provided

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must have either a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background and qualifications.
• Experience of leading and managing a team of engineers or technicians.
• Extensive experience in an Aero engineering workshop or with Inspectors approval.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and co-ordinate the work and operations of the Avionics and Electrical workshop.
• Hire, induct and train new team members.
• Supervise workshop teams according to overall company policy.
• Set employee goals and objectives.
• Monitor team members performance including performance reviews.

Skills

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background

Team leadership and management experience

Knowledge of people management principles

Proficiency in relevant software applications

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Team Leader

Location: Saffron Walden (relocating to Braintree in Spring 2026)

Employment Type: Permanent

Shifts: Monday- Friday (8am - 4:30pm)

Benefits:

• Annual Profit Share Scheme
• Overtime paid at 1.5 times hourly rate
• 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• 40-hour week Monday to Friday
• Working hours: 8:00-16:30
• Nationally recognised Training provided and career development opportunities
• Company Uniform and all necessary PPE provided
• Employee Assistance Programme

About the Role

Plan, direct and co-ordinate the work and operations of the Avionics and Electrical workshop in order to achieve agreed production targets. Plan and maintain systems and procedures for operating efficiency. Manage team members for optimum performance and maximum productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete appraisals of jobs and plan workload
• Hire, induct and train new team members
• Supervise workshop teams according to overall company policy
• Plan tasks and activities to deliver business unit objectives
• Set employee goals and objectives
• Develop team members to maximize potential
• Monitor team members performance including performance reviews
• Delegate work duties to team members to attain objectives
• Allocate use of available resources
• Monitor and assist team members with work progress
• Implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency
• Formulate department/unit policies and practices
• Facilitate the preparation and analysis of reports
• Review performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels
• Responsible for the achievement of the teams productivity and quality goals

Candidate Requirements

• Must have either a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background and qualifications
• Experience of leading and managing a team of engineers or technicians
• Extensive experience in an Aero engineering workshop or with an Inspectors approval
• Knowledge of people management principles and procedures
• Knowledge of basic planning, monitoring and managing workloads to achieve production targets
• Knowledge of office administrative procedures
• Proficient in relevant software applications

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Placements across the globe
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

How to Apply

Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents.

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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