Lead Fitter – Modular Cabins & Continuous Improvement

Algeco UK Limited; Wigan; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Algeco UK Limited is seeking a dynamic leader to head a team of fitters, driving safety, quality, and efficiency across modular cabin projects. You will guide, train, and support operatives, ensuring work meets customer expectations while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and teamwork.

The role combines hands-on maintenance with supervisory responsibilities, requiring clear communication, problem-solving, and a proactive approach to safety in a fast-paced modular environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of fitters in modular construction or similar.
• Strong focus on health and safety and quality standards.
• Hands-on maintenance, repair, and use of power tools.
• Excellent communication with operatives and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage operatives, ensuring clear work requirements and guidance.
• Lead by example in maintenance and repair of cabins.
• Drive performance by monitoring speed and quality, providing feedback.
• Communicate issues to Production Manager and collaborate to solve challenges.
• Collaborate with tradespeople to support maintenance and general tasks.
• Uphold Algeco's quality standards and customer expectations.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health and safety

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Algeco UK Limited is seeking a dynamic leader to head a team of fitters, driving safety, quality, and efficiency across modular cabin projects. You will guide, train, and support operatives, ensuring work meets customer expectations while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and teamwork.

The role combines hands-on maintenance with supervisory responsibilities, requiring clear communication, problem-solving, and a proactive approach to safety in a fast-paced modular environment.