Team Leader

Caterpillar; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Maintenance Team Leader in Peterlee to manage a functional work group, ensuring safety, quality, and cost reduction. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a background in mechanical or electrical maintenance. Join a dynamic team committed to continuous improvement and personal development.

Benefits

Annual holiday hours plus bank holidays

Monthly bonus

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Share Ownership Scheme

Personalised Flexible Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Free onsite parking

Onsite Gym

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical discipline required.
• Experience in maintenance and fault-finding in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manage team manpower and ensure skill relevance.
• Participate in recruitment and maintain training records.
• Lead by example and provide coaching.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Continuous Improvement

Education

ONC, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance or Engineering

Tools

PLCs

Job description

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don'tjust talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Title: Maintenance Team Leader

Location: Peterlee, County Durham

Hours: Full Time, Permanent, 36.5 hours per week

Travel: Up to 5% for training and development

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including:

• 182.5 Annual holiday hours plus bank holidays

• Additional holiday hours awarded every 2-years (max x40 hours)

• Monthly bonus

• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (Contribution doubled by Company up to 10%)

• Share Ownership Scheme (50% Company matched)

• Personalised Flexible Benefits (Medical/Dental Cover etc)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Free onsite parking

• Onsite Gym/

About Caterpillar Peterlee

Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat Articulated Trucks, currently producing an 8-model range used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates. The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and a state-of-the-art paint plant. Machines from the site are shipped to customers around the world.

The Opportunity

The Team Lead is responsible for the day-to-day management, coaching and development of a functional work group. This is a pivotal role in the organization and is fundamental to the ongoing development of a team working culture and deployment of Caterpillar Production Systems (CPS) to ensure that business targets and objectives are achieved in the areas of safety, quality, velocity and cost reduction.

What You Will Do

• Manage the manpower within their team to ensure that absenteeism, holidays, secondments etc are covered and when necessary, stand in for team members for short periods of time

• Ensure that their team members have the relevant skills appropriate to the job role before putting them on a job or task

• Assist Section Managers in completing appraisals by providing verbal feedback on team members

• Provide positive reinforcement of a job well done and for coaching when necessary

• Assist the Section Managers in capacity planning and training as required

• Ensure that all training records are up to date, accurate and visible

• Provide clear direction and lead by example

• Assist in collecting data for rotas and monitor that they are up to date and accurate

• Bring any potential disciplinary issues to the attention of the Section Manager

• Participate in the recruitment and interviewing of employees from both internal and external sources

• Maintain high morale and team spirit through continuous coaching and communication

• Participate in Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIW) for their assigned area of responsibility

What You Will Have

• A recognised apprenticeship in a Mechanical or Electrical discipline, an ONC, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance or Engineering equivalent qualification

• Maintenance and fault-finding experience in a manufacturing environment

• An interest in problem solving and passion to learn

• Highly motivated with a proactive attitude towards continuous improvement

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to work as part of a team and be comfortable to work independently

Top candidates will also have:

• Experience of leading, developing and motivating a team

• Experience with PLCs

• NEBOSH/IOSH Qualification or evidence of safety improvement activities

• Firm believer in accepting change and have a keen interest in seeing people develop

What You Will Get

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Posting Dates:

May 16, 2025 - May 30, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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