Latest Vacancies: Team Leader – Traction Department x 2

We urgently require two Team Leaders to work within the Rail Department of the UK's fastest growing, most customer focused, electric motor and generator service company. This is a new position to meet increased customer demand following the acquisition of major new contracts.

The successful applicants will support the Rail Business Unit Manager and Supervisor to ensure the Rail Business Unit objectives are met through observation and working hands on with the Rail Business Unit Team, whilst providing positive training and guidance. It is essential to have a strong focus on workplace health and safety, customer satisfaction, quality and continuous improvement.

The successful applicants will have the ability to motivate the team to ensure day to day targets and quality levels are achieved, in addition to carrying out briefings when required, improving process flows, conducting quality inspections and addressing quality issues.

You will be required to develop good working relationships both internally and externally with customers and suppliers together with deputising in the Supervisor’s absence.

Previous experience within a similar role is desirable. Industry experience is essential.

Core hours of work are Monday to Thursday 7.00am – 5.30pm and Friday 7.00am – 3.30pm. Additional hours will be required to be worked depending upon the needs of the business, as will occasional UK & global travel.

We offer an excellent competitive remuneration package with the opportunity for continuous professional development.

Closing Date: Friday 9th December 2011

How To Apply:
For more information or to apply for this role, email: careers@houghton-international.com with your CV and a full detailed covering letter explaining why you are interested in the position and what you feel that you can bring to the role or call us on +44 (0)191 234 3000 and ask to speak to Jacqueline Mason, HR Manager.

Houghton International is an Equal Opportunities Employer.