Depot Foreman

Ltek Recruitment; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ltek Recruitment is seeking a Depot Foreman for a well-established generator hire company in East Grinstead. The successful candidate will lead engineering operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing a skilled team. This role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth, and various benefits including medical coverage and a pension scheme.

Benefits

23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life assurance with counselling access

Opportunities for growth and training

Qualifications

• Proven background in similar roles within power generation or equipment hire.
• Strong engineering experience with diesel engines.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering department and oversee PDI Engineers.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain high standards.
• Manage daily engineering operations and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Education

Full UK driving licence

Background in power generation or equipment hire sector

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Depot Foreman

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Electric Power Generation

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