Foreman

Auto Skills UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery services company in the UK seeks an experienced Foreman to lead teams in the lifting, installation, and decommissioning of equipment. The role demands strong supervisory skills, mechanical knowledge, and adherence to health and safety standards across various projects. Candidates should have a minimum of three years' site experience and be capable of utilizing power tools effectively. Travel may be required within the UK and Europe.

Qualifications

• At least three years of site experience as a qualified rigger or fitter.
• Strong mechanical knowledge.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Manage teams of riggers and fitters, ensuring safety protocols are met.
• Work with RAMS and follow health and safety rules.
• Ensure projects are completed to quality standards.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Mechanical knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of safety procedures

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Foreman - Bellshill

Mechanical Supervisor is a crucial role in the company, leading teams in the lifting, moving, installation, and decommissioning of machinery and equipment. They ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards, often working on complex, technical, and heavy lifting projects, Works are primarily in the Central Belt of Scotland, but cover works throughout Scotland, the UK & Europe. Some travel will be required.

Key Responsibilities:
Supervision and Leadership:
Managing teams of riggers, fitters, and other trades, allocating tasks, conducting briefings, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Project Execution:
Working to pre-prepared RAMS (Risk Assessment and Method Statements), adhering to health and safety rules, and utilizing tools and lifting equipment correctly.
Quality Assurance:
Ensuring work is completed to the required quality standards and documenting necessary information.
Resource Management:
Managing employed, subcontracted, and agency labour across multiple trades.
Communication:
Reporting delays or changes to the project schedule to the contract engineer, ensuring clear and consistent communication within the team.
Equipment Handling:
Assembling and disassembling machinery, plant, and equipment, and utilizing techniques like jacking, skating, and hoisting.
Client Interaction:
Maintaining the correct presentation of the team and equipment on client sites and during transit.
Requirements:
Experience:
Typically requires at least three years of site experience as a qualified rigger or fitter, with strong mechanical knowledge.
Technical Skills:
Ability to operate various power tools, perform basic mechanical repairs, and understand and implement safety procedures.
Leadership Qualities:
Proven experience in a supervisory role, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Health and Safety:
Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and the ability to ensure a safe working environment.
Industry Knowledge:
Understanding of the specific requirements of heavy lifting and industrial engineering projects.