Lead Assembly Technician

We are seeking an experienced General Assembly Group Leader to join an exciting High Voltage (HV) battery assembly project. You will lead a team assembling battery packs and sub-assemblies in a safety‑critical, high‑tech manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Lead Assembly Technician HV Battery Assembly

Location: Coventry

Rate: Competitive Pay Rates – LTD (Outside IR35)

Contract: Minimum 6 months

Shifts: Mon‑Fri 6:00 am–2:00 pm / 2:00 pm–10:00 pm (early finish on Fridays)

• Lead and manage a team of technicians assembling HV battery packs and sub‑assemblies
• Ensure all work is completed to build instructions, drawings, and strict quality standards
• Support production targets and maintain high standards of workmanship
• Coach, mentor, and train team members to enhance skills and performance
• Monitor safety compliance and enforce correct procedures in a HV environment
• Identify process improvements and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent (IMI, NVQ, City & Guilds, or engineering‑related)
• Previous experience in assembly, vehicle technician, build vehicle technician, manufacturing, or automotive environments
• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role
• Confident working around HV battery systems (training can be provided if needed)
• Strong attention to detail, leadership, and safety‑conscious mindset
• Ability to motivate a team and work collaboratively

• Competitive outside IR35 rate
• Long‑term contract opportunity
• Stable shift pattern with Friday early finish
• Experience leading teams on cutting‑edge EV battery technology

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Established in 1994, G&P Quality Management is a world‑leading provider of quality management services to the manufacturing industry, primarily in the automotive, aerospace and off‑highway sectors. G&P operates as both an employment business and employment agency in providing and advertising opportunities for our clients.

G&Ps philosophy is to provide efficient and effective solutions to eliminate disruptions throughout the manufacturing process and supply chain to support the drive for zero defects reaching the end user.

G&P Quality Management is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.