Building Confidence and Capability in New Team Leaders

Newly appointed team leaders play a critical role in day-to-day performance, safety, and team engagement. The transition from team member to team leader requires new skills in communication, leadership, accountability, and decision-making, particularly within regulated and safety-critical environments.

Henning Aviation’s New Team Leader Development – 2 Day Course is designed to equip new and aspiring team leaders with the core skills and confidence required to lead effectively. The course focuses on practical leadership behaviours, clear communication, and managing people while maintaining operational discipline.

Course Outline:

The role and responsibilities of a team leader

Transitioning from team member to leader

Communication and leadership styles

Setting expectations and managing performance

Delegation and prioritisation

Leading safety, quality, and compliance at team level

Managing conflict and difficult conversations

Motivating and engaging team members

Problem-solving and decision-making

Leading by example and building trust

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand their role and responsibilities as a team leader

Communicate clearly and confidently with their team

Set expectations and manage performance effectively

Handle common people management challenges

Support safety, quality, and compliance requirements

Build trust and credibility as a leader

Benefits of the Course:

Practical, confidence-building training delivered in a two-day format

Relevant to technical, operational, and regulated environments

Supports consistent leadership behaviours across teams

Improves team engagement and performance

Ideal for newly appointed or aspiring team leaders

Ideal for: New Team Leaders, Supervisors, Acting Team Leaders, and employees preparing for leadership roles