Depot Foreman

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading generator hire company in the UK is looking for a Depot Foreman to oversee operations at their South East Depot. The role focuses on leading engineering teams, ensuring compliance and safety, and maintaining high-quality standards for equipment. Candidates should have a strong background in power generation and excellent leadership skills.

Benefits

23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life assurance with access to counselling and wellbeing support services

Opportunities for professional growth and career progression

Qualifications

• Proven background in a similar role within the power generation or equipment hire sector.
• Strong engineering experience, particularly with diesel engine maintenance and generator systems.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering department, overseeing a team of engineers.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Manage daily engineering operations and stock logistics.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Engineering knowledge

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

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About the Company

A well-established and leading UK-based generator hire company is seeking a dedicated Depot Foreman to join their team in the South East. The company provides dependable, sustainable power solutions across a wide range of sectors including construction, infrastructure, utilities, and electrical contracting. Their reputation is built on service excellence, reliability, and a commitment to delivering customer satisfaction.

Role Overview

This position is responsible for leading the Engineering department at the South East Depot, overseeing a team of Generator PDI Engineers, Electrical PDI Engineers, Workshop Engineers, and Labourers. The successful candidate will ensure efficient depot operations, uphold health and safety compliance, and maintain high-quality standards for all equipment delivered to clients.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all equipment complies with current safety regulations and internal policies.
• Promote a culture of safe working, enforcing adherence to health and safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, well-organised, and efficient work environment in line with regulatory and company standards.
• Manage and support a multi-skilled engineering team within the depot.
• Align team activities with broader business objectives.
• Conduct performance reviews and arrange targeted training where necessary.
• Foster a collaborative, safety-first culture that encourages continuous improvement and accountability.

Operational Oversight

• Manage the daily engineering operations, including generator PDI processes, stock logistics, and workshop coordination.
• Attend customer site surveys, installations, and respond to equipment breakdowns when required.
• Participate in the depot’s out-of-hours call-out rota.

Equipment Maintenance

• Ensure all generators and associated equipment are serviced, maintained, and repaired to a high standard, ensuring they’re ready for hire.

Inventory Management

• Monitor stock levels of generators, cables, and related assets to meet demand.
• Manage stock replenishment and record accuracy through the company’s InspHire database.
• Ensure the depot holds sufficient PDI-ready stock for emergencies and short-notice hires.

Candidate Profile

Skills & Experience

• Proven background in a similar role within the power generation or equipment hire sector.
• Strong engineering experience, particularly with diesel engine maintenance and generator systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate engineering teams.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety standards in an engineering context.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• 23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional days awarded for long service.
• Competitive salary package.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private medical cover.
• Life assurance with access to counselling and wellbeing support services.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and career progression.