Lead Diesel Engine Workshop Supervisor

Hatz GB; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

6% pension

Factory training

Birthday off

On-site parking

Annual trip to Germany

Job summary

Hatz GB, the UK arm of German engine manufacturer, seeks a Workshop Supervisor at Hinckley to lead daily workshop operations, balancing hands-on repairs with planning and team supervision.

You will report to the Technical and Operations Managers, allocate jobs, ensure quality and safety, and coach technicians to improve productivity. The role is on-site, with a competitive package and bonus.

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical engineering or trade qualification.
• Strong hands-on experience with diesel engines, mechanical repair and diagnostics.
• Experience supervising or leading technicians in a workshop or service environment.
• Confidence planning workshop workload and allocating jobs against customer priorities.
• Comfortable combining hands-on work with team supervision and admin.

Responsibilities

• Lead and allocate daily workshop jobs, prioritising urgent breakdowns.
• Diagnose, repair and test diesel engines, stepping in on the harder jobs.
• Check completed work for quality and drive first-time fix.
• Coach technicians to build their skill and productivity.
• Prepare SAP quotations for repairs, escalating approval when needed.
• Manage workshop safety, housekeeping and correct use of tools and equipment.
• Coordinate with Parts, Stores, Service and Administration to keep jobs moving.

Skills

Diesel engines experience

Hands-on

Supervising/leading

Workshop planning

Admin tasks

Education

Recognised mechanical engineering qualification

Equivalent trade qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Hatz GB, the UK arm of German engine manufacturer, seeks a Workshop Supervisor at Hinckley to lead daily workshop operations, balancing hands-on repairs with planning and team supervision.

You will report to the Technical and Operations Managers, allocate jobs, ensure quality and safety, and coach technicians to improve productivity. The role is on-site, with a competitive package and bonus.