Team Leader

RMS Recruitment; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Team Leader in Solihull to oversee the operations at an automotive compound. The successful candidate will lead and motivate the team, ensuring safety and quality checks are met. Candidates should have prior supervisory experience and a full UK driving license. This is an outdoor, hands-on role requiring a proactive attitude and readiness to work in all weather conditions. Attractive pay at £15.55 per hour, in a full-time, annualized contract.

Qualifications

• Aged 25 or over with a full UK driving licence and fewer than 6 Penalty Points.
• Previous experience in a Team Leader or Supervisory Role is highly desirable.
• Computer literate with experience in data recording.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide the Vehicle Handling Operatives.
• Oversee vehicle quality checks before dispatch.
• Champion Health & Safety across the site.
• Motivate and mentor your team for better performance.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Health & Safety compliance

Driving manual and automatic vehicles

Job description

The Details

• Location: Solihull
• Position: Team Leader
• Contract Type: Permanent (Annualised Contract – 42 hours per week)
• Shifts: Rotating 2 shift pattern (6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm)
• Pay Rate: £15.55 per hour (Annual salary, £33,969)

About the Role

As Team Leader, you’ll report directly to the Compound Manager and take ownership of the day‑to‑day running of the site. Your mission? To lead, motivate, and support your team while ensuring that everything runs like clockwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and guide our Vehicle Handling Operatives to make sure vehicles are moved, parked, and handled according to company procedures.
• Oversee vehicle quality checks to ensure every car meets the highest standards before dispatch.
• Champion Health & Safety, ensuring all team members work safely across the site.
• Act as the go‑to person for your team, stepping up in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Motivate and mentor your team, driving performance and efficiency.
• Support the shift supervisor with daily operational planning, workflow assessments, and staffing to meet shifting business demands.
• This is an outdoor, hands‑on role at a large automotive compound – so you’ll need to be prepared for all weather conditions (PPE provided) and be comfortable with regular walking and vehicle movement throughout the day.

What We’re Looking For

• Aged 25 or over (for insurance purposes) with a full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 Penalty Points and no DR10 Offences.
• Confident driving both manual and automatic vehicles.
• Previous experience in a Team Leader or Supervisory Role in an automotive, logistics, or distribution industry is highly desirable.
• Computer literate with experience in data recording and using workplace systems.
• Happy to work outdoors, in all seasons, with a proactive and positive attitude.

To apply

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