UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.
The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.
As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.
Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.
Job Description
Job Description
Reporting to – Operational Lead – IC Engines
Shift pattern - Days (Mon-Fri)
A unique opportunity to take on the key role of Supervisor in a class leading testing environment, focussed on IC Engine Testing at our Millbrook site in Bedfordshire.
The Engine Test Centre delivers a variety of testing programs from durability, fuels and additive testing to research projects on prototype hardware. Ranging from downsized passenger car engines with a focus on economy and emissions through to high output units with performance focus. Supported by the Engineering team and reporting to the Operational Lead you will be a central figure in a collaborative and innovative team with a single mutual goal. This role is the adhesive between the Engineering team and the Operational workforce.
We are looking for a passionate and driven Supervisor to ensure our technician labour is distributed according to agreed priorities. You will regularly check in with Technicians to make sure they are on task and have all supporting information, tools and equipment.
You will also be expected to more broadly manage your direct reports, being responsible for their performance, training and health and safety compliance. Maintaining great working relationships throughout the department.
Role & Responsibilities
* Oversee the day-to-day running of the Engine Test Centre
* Provide oversight on the preparation and installation of test samples into our engine test cells
* Motivate and mentor team members to achieve and exceed departmental goals
* Promote a can-do attitude and a positive working environment
* Co-ordinate and allocate resources, including manpower, materials and equipment to maximise efficiency and productivity
* Approve working hours (timesheets) and holiday requests
* Liaise with supporting departments, Engineers, and customers on a technical level
* Continue and improve initiatives to reduce waste and optimize efficiency
* Lead and coordinate operational projects to resolve complex testing requirements
* Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff always, setting the example for direct reports
Qualifications
Qualifications
& Experience
* Proven supervision experience
* Experience in automotive and/or testing background
* Formal automotive qualification / apprenticeship (desirable)
* Experience in Health and Safety management, including writing risk assessments, LOLER and PUWER, working at height.
Skills
* Good knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine fundamentals
* Understanding of engine support systems
* Ability to work autonomously
* Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Personal Behaviours
* Interest in emerging technologies / engines / testing
* Highly motivated with excellent teamwork ethics
* Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC colleagues
* Punctual, organised, flexible and adaptable
* Assertive
* Customer focussed / awareness of confidentiality
* Professional attitude with a can-do approach
* Good communication and interpersonal skills, approachable
* Detail and quality focused
Other
* Physically able to work in a laboratory/workshop environment
* Flexibility to travel as and when required (minimal)
* Full UK driving licence & own transport (UTAC is not easily accessible via public transport)
* Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check
* NOTE: This position is based on site
Additional Information
For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.
By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.
Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.
In the UK this includes ;
* Life Cover
* Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
* Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.
* Healthcare cashback plans
* Generous holiday benefits
* Contributory pension schemes
* Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
* Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.
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Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Note to Recruitment Agencies:
UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.