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TL Engineering are experiencing exciting growth and are expanding their team, and are now seeking an HV Team Leader to join our team on a permanent, full time basis, based in Hazelmere.
This is a key senior role, leading talented tradespeople, and developing tomorrow's future apprentices, as well as having the opportunity to influence the shape and direction of the business.
What's in it for you
At TL Engineering, we believe good people do their best work when they're respected, supported, and set up to succeed.
Competitive salary, aligned to your experience and the value you bring
Flexible work options – a condensed 4 day work week
Premium, high-quality work - no rushed jobs or cutting corners
Clear standards and processes - built right the first time
Strong leadership with a culture where everyone is equal and effort is recognised, regardless of role or level
Training and development opportunities to expand your skills for your role
Real opportunity for career development, with internal promotion and expansion opportunities as the business grows
Employee referral program
Staff discounts at outlets across Perth
A strong team culture where people back each other and take pride in their work
About the role
This role plays a key part in delivering the high standard TL is known for.
It's a varied role that will see you leading and inspiring a team to schedule, manage and oversee various projects for our clients.
Direct, coordinate, and supervise the work of team members to ensure efficient and high-quality production
Maintain oversight of team performance and commitment to the ongoing development of team members, identifying and developed talented members within your team
Identify training needs and provide or arrange for appropriate training to enhance team members' skills and knowledge
Develop and manage team schedules, including shift assignments, overtime, and leave requests, to ensure adequate staffing levels
Analyse labour times and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce downtime
Plan and schedule work assignments for team members, ensuring that production goals and deadlines are met
Monitor and manage inventory levels of materials and supplies, ensuring availability for production while minimising waste
Continuously assess and improve production processes to enhance efficiency, quality and safety
In addition, you'll be trusted to:
Take pride in the quality of your work
Follow clear standards and processes that support doing the job properly
Work collaboratively with a skilled, experienced team
Contribute ideas, experience, and solutions on the floor
Every position at TL is built around accountability, teamwork, and pride in the finished product.
About you
We're looking for someone who cares about their work and wants to be part of a team that does things properly.
The ideal addition to our team will likely:
Trade qualifications or equivalent preferred within the Paint, Fit and Fabrication (Automotive/Industrial) Industry
5 years' experience in team leadership and management
Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in heavy vehicle or vehicle fit out
Hands-on experience with HV equipment, tools, and processes
Experience in planning and executing production schedules, managing budgets, and meeting deadlines
Strong leadership and team management skills, including the ability to motivate and develop
Collaborative team player focused on working together to produce quality products for the client
Exceptional organisational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities efficiently
Take pride in quality and attention to detail
Respect your teammates and the work they do
Be open to learning, upskilling, and growing over time
Value clear expectations and consistent standards
Want stability, fairness, and respect at work
About TL Engineering
TL Engineering is an industry leading motor vehicle body builder, operating since ****.
We specialise in designing and building high-quality, custom commercial and retail vehicle bodies for fleets, mining, government, and private clients across WA.
Our vision is to transform the ordinary into extraordinary, and it is our mission to engineer and build quality products that we proudly stand by with our proven expertise, crafted by our passionate people.
What sets us apart isn't just the work we build – it's how we build it.
Quality over shortcuts
Accountability without ego
Leadership that's present and respectful
A team culture built on pride, not pressure
Within our team, we value quality, teamwork, accountability, respect and integrity.
People here aren't numbers.
They're skilled professionals whose experience and contribution matter.
That's reflected in our strong retention, clear standards, and the pride our team takes in every build that leaves the workshop.
Apply now
If this role sounds like the next step for you, submit your application now by clicking Apply below and providing your current resume with a short cover letter that tells us why this role and TL Engineering feels like the right fit for you.
Shortlisting will commence immediately and successfully shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly.
Please note we are unable to accept applications from recruitment consultants and you must have the right to live and work full time in Australia to be considered for this position.
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