Electrical Workshop Supervisor

Kiota Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering company in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Electrical Workshop Supervisor to lead a growing workshop team. Responsibilities include planning workloads, supervising technicians, and ensuring high standards of electrical compliance. Candidates should have supervisory experience, relevant qualifications, and a focus on health and safety. This is a permanent, full-time role offering a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial, construction or utilities-based environment.
• Ability to complete electrical test certificates to BS7671.
• Strong problem-solving skills and team management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate electrical and mechanical workloads in the workshop.
• Supervise a team of Technicians, including Electricians and Mechanical fitters.
• Ensure compliance with electrical works and standards.

Skills

ECS Gold Card (Installation Electrician)

City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection

Experience in supervisory electrical role

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

IOSH Managing Safely qualification

Time management skills

Understanding of workshop processes

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Overview

Electrical Workshop Supervisor IPermanent I Speke, Liverpool.

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Workshop Supervisor to lead a growing workshop team in Liverpool, where you'll combine technical Electrical expertise with team leadership to deliver high-quality workshop services.

This is a hands-on supervisory role, ideal for someone with strong industrial/commercial electrical experience and a background in team leadership. The role combines planning and coordination responsibilities with mentoring and supervising a team, currently made up of Electricians, Mechanics, Assemblers, and Drivers.

The ideal candidate will be organised, solutions-focused, and able to maintain high standards across electrical compliance, installation quality, and workshop output.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate electrical and mechanical workloads in the workshop, scheduling jobs, resources and priorities in line with project deadlines.
• Supervise a team of Technicians including Electricians, Mechanical fitters, and Panel repair engineers.
• Ensure all electrical works comply with BS7671 and company standards, completing electrical testing and certification accurately and on time.
• Oversee electrical and mechanical installations in control containers, ensuring they meet IEE regulations and project specifications.
• Support calibration of electrical test equipment and maintain a strong focus on health and safety within the team.
• Monitor HGV driver hours and services, ensuring compliance with driving regulations.
• Work closely with the wider branch and operational teams to support material orders, transport logistics, and productivity goals.

Skills & Experience Required

• ECS Gold Card (Installation Electrician) and City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection.
• Proven experience in a supervisory electrical role, ideally in a commercial, construction or utilities-based environment.
• Experience completing electrical test certificates to BS7671 and overseeing electrical installation works.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• AEMT training and experience working with ATEX equipment - desirable
• Strong understanding of workshop processes, purchasing and inventory management.
• Confident problem-solver who can maintain standards and support team performance.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Summary

Position: Electrical Workshop Supervisor

Location: Liverpool

Duration: Permanent, full-time

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

This is a great opportunity to join a reputable engineering company, taking on a leadership role where you can have a real impact on workshop delivery and standards.

Interested? Apply now or reach out for more information