Foreman Fitter – Plant Hire (3444)

Embark Recruitment; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the Plant & Pump Hire sector is seeking a Workshop Supervisor/Foreman to lead a skilled team in a busy workshop environment. This full-time, permanent role offers a stable Monday to Friday schedule without weekend work, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, manage inventory, and maintain high standards of equipment care. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and professional setting, where your leadership skills will make a significant impact on the team's success.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Use of Company Van

Stable Monday to Friday Schedule

Qualifications

• Experience in Workshop Manager or Foreman roles is essential.
• Strong mechanical background in Plant/Diesel Equipment Hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of fitters and service engineers.
• Maintain health and safety standards in the workshop.
• Organize workshop operations for efficiency.

Skills

Team Management

Mechanical Engineering

Customer Service

IT Proficiency

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Job Category: Foreman/Workshop Manager Jobs

Job Location: Wigan

Job Type: Full Time

Start Date: ASAP

Ref: 3444

Contact Name: Dave Irons

Are you an experienced professional within the Plant & Pump Hire industry, looking to take the next step in your career? This role offers a fantastic chance to lead a dynamic team, ensuring the smooth operation of a busy workshop while enjoying a stable work-life balance.

The Role:

A leading company in the Plant & Pump Hire sector is seeking a dedicated Workshop Supervisor / Foreman Fitter, based in Wigan. This full-time, permanent position is based in a well-equipped workshop, operating Monday to Friday with no weekend work required. The successful candidate will oversee the daily operations, manage a team of fitters, and ensure that all equipment is maintained to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervising a team of fitters and service engineers
2. Ordering spare parts and managing inventory
3. Handling breakdown calls from customers
4. Maintaining health and safety standards
5. Organising the workshop for optimal efficiency
6. Ensuring statutory compliance

Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate for the Workshop Foreman – Plant & Pump Hire role will possess:

1. Previous experience in roles such as Workshop Manager, Workshop Supervisor, Foreman Fitter, or Chargehand
2. A strong mechanical or engineering background within the Plant / Diesel Equipment Hire industry
3. Proven ability to manage and motivate a team
4. Proficiency in IT
5. Excellent customer service skills
6. Strong communication and organisational abilities
7. A full UK Driving Licence

Benefits:

In this role, you will enjoy:

1. A full-time, permanent position with a standard Monday to Friday working week
2. A workshop-based role
3. A competitive pension scheme
4. Use of a company van

This is an excellent chance to advance your career in a supportive and professional environment.

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