Depot Foreman

Power Electrics; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Electrics is looking for a Depot Foreman to lead the Engineering department at their South East Depot. The role requires overseeing the performance of engineering staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in the equipment hire industry and a strong understanding of regulatory standards.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent development and progression opportunities

Company pension scheme

Life assurance scheme with healthcare support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within the equipment hire or power generation industry.
• Engineering background in plant and diesel engine maintenance preferred.
• Full UK driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Engineering department, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure optimal team performance.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Organisational skills

Leadership

Understanding of compliance and safety standards

Job description

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

About us

Power Electrics (Bristol) Ltd. is a leading generator hire company
in the UK, specialising in providing reliable, sustainable power solutions for various
sectors, such as construction/infrastructure, electrical contractors and utilities, and
various other applications. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction
has established us as a trusted partner in the industry.

Job Purpose:

The Depot Foreman is responsible for leading and managing the
Engineering department at the South East Depot, comprising Generator PDI
Engineers, Electrical PDI Engineers, Workshop Engineers, and Labourers. This role
oversees departmental performance and operational efficiency, ensures full
compliance with Health and Safety regulations, and upholds the highest standards of
quality for all equipment prepared and delivered to customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & Safety:

Ensure all equipment adheres to relevant safety and compliant standards and
company policies
Enforce compliance with health and safety standards, ensuring all staff adhere
to Power Electrics’ safety protocols and company policies, and promoting a
culture of proactive risk management and safe working practices. Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient work environment in accordance with
company standards and regulatory requirements.

Lead and oversee the activities of Depot-based Generator PDI Engineers, Workshop Engineers, Electrical PDI Engineers, and Labourers.
Provide ongoing supervision, guidance, and support to ensure optimal team
performance.
Ensure team objectives align with overall company goals and operational
priorities.
Conduct regular performance evaluations, identifying development
opportunities and delivering targeted training to enhance technical and
professional skills.
Promote a positive work environment focused on safety, collaboration,
accountability, and continuous improvement.
Actively foster team motivation, engagement, and a high-performance culture

Operations Management:

Oversee the daily operations of the Engineering department, including
Generator PDI process, stock control and logistics.
Attend customer site surveys , customer site installations and breakdowns as
required / directed by the South East Depot Manager
Provide out of hours call out support (as part of the depot’s call out rota
system)

Equipment Maintenance:
Ensure all generators and related equipment are maintained in accordance
with manufacturer specifications and company standards, coordinating
diagnostics, servicing, and corrective repairs to ensure operational readiness
and hire availability.

Inventory Control:
Monitor the availability of generators, cables, and associated assets to ensure
optimal stock levels are maintained at the depot. Oversee stock replenishment processes and maintain accurate inventory
records using the company’s InspHire database system.
Ensure sufficient volume of PDI-completed equipment is readily available to
support emergency and short-notice requirements.

Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in a similar role within the equipment hire or power generation
industry
Engineering background in plant and diesel engine maintenance (detailed
knowledge of generators preferred)
Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills
Experience in leading a team of engineers
Strong understanding of compliance, safety and regulatory standards in an
engineering background
Full UK driving Licence

What we offer:

We offer great benefits to all of our staff:

23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – increasing with length of service

Excellent development and progression opportunities

Company pension scheme

Life assurance scheme - with access to more healthcare support and counselling services to help protect employees’ financial, emotional, and physical wellbeing

Our philosophy:

At Power Electrics, we welcome a variety of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds. We ensure that all management decisions made regarding employment are done with fairness and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We are solely committed to adhering to the principles of equal and inclusive employment.

Due to the nature of our work, DBS checks are required, and any offer is dependent on satisfactory references being obtained.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.K.

If you do not hear from us within two working weeks, then your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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