Installation Team Leader / Supervisor

FOREST MEDIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

FOREST MEDIA PTE. LTD. seeks an Installation Team Leader/Supervisor to lead a crew of installers on signage projects at client sites.

You will coordinate daily tasks, mentor the team, and ensure work is safe, efficient, and on schedule while maintaining high quality and client satisfaction. You will conduct site surveys, verify readiness, act as the on-site liaison with clients and contractors, enforce safety rules, manage tool inventory, and complete required reports and permits to support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years hands-on experience in signage installation or a closely related field.
• At least 1-2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily crew management and task assignment on-site.
• Train and mentor installers on procedures and safety.
• Monitor performance, productivity and quality; provide feedback.
• Coordinate site surveys, readiness checks and permits.
• Act as main on-site liaison with clients and contractors.
• Inspect installations to ensure quality and conformity to specs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Soft Skills

Quality Control

Construction

Electrical

Welding

Inventory Management

Acrylic Painting

Chemical Engineering

Metal

Petrochemical

Mentoring

Job description

Overall Summary

The Installation Team Leader/Supervisor is a frontline leadership role responsible for directly managing a crew of installers. This person ensures that signage projects are installed safely, efficiently, correctly, and on schedule at the client's site. They are the primary point of contact on-site and are critical to the company's reputation for quality and professionalism.

Job Scopes / Key Responsibilities

A. Team Leadership & Management

• Daily Crew Management: Assign daily tasks to installation team members based on their skills and the project requirements.
• Training & Mentoring: Train new installers on company procedures, safety protocols, and proper installation techniques. Mentor the team to improve their skills.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor the team's performance, productivity, and quality of work. Provide constructive feedback and conduct performance reviews.

B. On-Site Coordination & Execution

• Site Surveys: Conduct or verify pre-installation site surveys to assess conditions, identify potential challenges, and plan the installation approach.
• Job Readiness: Ensure all necessary tools, equipment, signage components, and permits are available and loaded before departing for the job site.
• Primary On-Site Contact: Act as the main liaison with the client, property manager, or general contractor on-site to coordinate access, timing, and work progress.
• Quality Control: Inspect the finished installation to ensure it meets the company's quality standards, design specifications, and client expectations before leaving the site.

C. Safety & Compliance

• Safety Enforcement: Enforce strict adherence to all company safety policies and procedures, especially for working at heights, electrical work, and traffic control.
• Site Safety: Conduct pre-site safety briefings (Toolbox Talks), ensure the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and set up a safe work area with appropriate barriers and signage.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Ensure all work complies with local regulations and building codes. Secure necessary permits when required.

D. Administrative Duties

• Job Reporting: Complete and submit required paperwork, including timesheets, job completion reports, safety forms, and client sign-offs.
• Inventory Management: Manage the inventory of installation tools, vehicles, and equipment, reporting any need for maintenance or replacement.
• Problem Reporting: Report any installation issues, damages, or delays to the Operations Manager immediately.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum of 3-5 years of hands‑on experience in signage installation or a closely related field (e.g., construction, scaffolding, electrical fitting).

• At least 1-2 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity (e.g., as a lead installer or foreman).

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Installation Techniques: Expert knowledge of installing various signage types (channel letters, cabinets, pylons, digital displays, etc.) using appropriate techniques for different materials (metal, acrylic, LED lighting).
• Tool & Equipment Proficiency: Ability to operate and supervise the use of all necessary tools, including powered access equipment (scissor lifts, boom lifts), welding equipment, and hand tools.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Mandatory Certifications: Valid certifications for working at heights and Powered Mobile Equipment (PME) operation (e.g., forklift, scissor lift license). A valid driver's license with a clean record is essential.

Soft Skills:

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team effectively.
• Problem‑Solving: Strong ability to think on your feet and resolve unexpected on-site challenges.
• Communication: Clear and professional communication skills for interacting with team members, management, and clients.

1. SKILLS

• Acrylic Painting
• Chemical Engineering
• Construction
• Electrical
• Inventory Management
• Mentoring
• Metal
• Petrochemical
• Quality Control
• Soft Skills
• Team Leadership
• Welding