Job description
Role Overview
Team Leader at Ali & Sons Holding LLC, a premier automotive organization in the UAE operating MG brand showrooms and service centres across multiple emirates.
Company Overview
Ali & Sons Holding LLC, through its subsidiary Inter Emirates Motors, partners with the British motor brand MG. The organization operates six showrooms and five service centres located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, and Al Ain, supported by approximately 100 after-sales representatives dedicated to customer service excellence.
Role Purpose
The Team Leader oversees the day-to-day allocation and progress of workshop jobs, ensuring Technicians remain productive and repairs are completed efficiently and to required quality standards. The role works closely with Service Advisors, Workshop Management, and the manufacturer to ensure smooth operations and excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Workflow Management
- Allocate work orders effectively to individual Technicians and monitor job progress.
- Ensure repairs are started and completed within agreed timelines.
- Monitor workshop productivity, efficiency, and lost time.
- Ensure all work performed and defects identified are accurately recorded on work orders.
Technician Management & Development
- Ensure Technicians accurately clock on and off work operations.
- Provide technical guidance, support, coaching, and mentoring to Technicians.
- Ensure Technicians use correct tools and equipment safely and appropriately.
- Promote safe working practices and the protection of customer property and the environment.
Quality Assurance & Technical Compliance
- Ensure repairs are carried out in accordance with manufacturer procedures and workshop manuals.
- Monitor repair quality and complete quality-control checks where applicable.
- Assess customer concerns through inspection, road tests, diagnostics, or other appropriate methods.
- Identify and support the resolution of repeat repairs and technical issues.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with Service Advisors to clarify customer concerns and work-order requirements.
- Translate customer concerns into clear and accurate work instructions for Technicians.
- Support Service Advisors with initial diagnostic activities and vehicle handovers when required.
- Liaise with the manufacturer for technical assistance and required reporting.
Reporting & Issue Management
- Report work-quality, tooling, equipment, and resource issues to the Workshop Manager.
- Perform any other reasonable duties assigned by management to support departmental objectives.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 4 years of relevant automotive technician experience.
- Relevant technical certification or qualification required.
- Previous experience in a Team Leader, Senior Technician, or supervisory role preferred.
- Strong knowledge of automotive repair, diagnostics, and manufacturer procedures.
- Valid UAE driving license.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks without compromising quality.
- Fair, professional, and team-oriented approach.
- Computer literate with good knowledge of MS Office and computerized workshop systems.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Additional Information
- Join an established and respected automotive organization in the UAE.
- Work with the MG brand and a professional workshop team.
- Be part of a supportive and performance-driven working environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and technical development.
- Gain exposure to advanced automotive service operations and manufacturer standards.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.