Adaptation Installation Team Leader

Adaptation Installation Team Leader
Location: Cardiff
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: 8.30 to 17.00 Mon to Fri (30 minutes lunch break)
Reporting to: Service Manager
Make a Real Difference Every Day
AIC is one of the UK’s leading vehicle adaptation specialists, dedicated to transforming mobility and empowering greater freedom and independence.
We work closely with customers, dealerships, and partners to deliver safe, reliable and life-enhancing driving and passenger solutions.
What We Offer:
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Profit Related Pay
• Life Insurance Cover
• 23 days holiday (plus stats) -which increase with service
• Auto enrol pension scheme
We are now seeking a hands-on Adaptation Installation Team Leader to support and guide a small team of installation engineers at our Cardiff site.
This is an ideal role for an experienced installer ready to step into leadership — or a proven team leader seeking a rewarding, purpose-driven environment.
The Opportunity
As the Team Leader, you’ll combine your technical expertise with day-to-day coordination and support. You will lead by example as the workshop’s lead installer, ensuring quality, safety and efficiency across both workshop and mobile operations.
This is a varied, meaningful role where your work directly contributes to improving people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Workshop Management
• Lead, mentor and motivate a small team of workshop and mobile installation engineers
• Plan and allocate daily workloads to maintain an efficient and well-structured workflow
• Ensure the workshop is consistently safe, compliant, tidy and professionally presented
• Support the Service Manager with operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives
Technical Installation
• Carry out the installation of a wide range of vehicle adaptations for drivers and passengers
• Provide hands-on technical support and guidance to engineers on complex or challenging jobs
• Maintain AIC’s high-quality standards and ensure all installations meet industry best practice
Quality, Safety & Compliance
• Perform routine quality checks on completed work
• Ensure all team members follow safe working practices and health & safety regulations
• Oversee workshop tools, equipment and calibration requirements
Stock & Resource Management
• Monitor stock levels and oversee ordering of parts and consumables
• Maintain stock accuracy and ensure prompt reporting of shortages or issues
Skills & Experience
We’re looking for;
• Previous experience in vehicle adaptations, automotive engineering, mobility solutions or a related field
• Strong technical understanding of vehicle systems and basic vehicle electrics
• Background in the automotive sector with a high standard of workmanship
• Leadership experience is an advantage, but skilled installers ready to progress are equally encouraged
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Strong communicator with a supportive, collaborative leadership style
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Personal Attributes
• Hands-on, proactive and customer-focused
• A positive role model with a can-do attitude
• Professional, reliable and calm under pressure
• Self-motivated with pride in your work and your team’s performance
Qualifications & Requirements
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Automotive or mechanical qualifications (desirable)
• Training in vehicle electrics or related disciplines is an advantage
Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to quality, safety and enhancing independence
Apply today We look forward to hearing from you
No agencies please