Senior Workshop & Fleet Lead – Heavy Equipment

TipTopJob; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

TipTopJob in North Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Workshop and Fleet Supervisor to lead a team of technicians within the lifting and heavy equipment sector. The role covers day-to-day workshop management, planning, and safety compliance.

The successful candidate will oversee maintenance, inspections and repairs, coordinate workloads, and drive efficiency while ensuring manufacturer requirements are met in a market-leading organisation with an international footprint.

Qualifications

• Good technical understanding to support Technicians.
• Strong understanding of equipment maintenance, inspections and repairs.
• Experience working within a workshop, fleet, plant, crane, lifting or heavy equipment environment.
• Previous supervisory experience would be advantageous, or experience as a heavy plant/crane technician stepping into an office-based role.

Responsibilities

• Managing, coaching and supporting a team of Technicians.
• Planning and prioritising technician workloads and maintenance activities.
• Preparing maintenance schedules to ensure the effective deployment of equipment and personnel.
• Coordinating maintenance, inspections and repair activities across the fleet.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with SHEQ standards, company procedures, legislation and manufacturer instructions.
• Ensuring the required spare parts are purchased and available when needed.
• Driving continuous improvement across workshop operations and your team’s performance.

Job description

TipTopJob in North Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Workshop and Fleet Supervisor to lead a team of technicians within the lifting and heavy equipment sector. The role covers day-to-day workshop management, planning, and safety compliance.

The successful candidate will oversee maintenance, inspections and repairs, coordinate workloads, and drive efficiency while ensuring manufacturer requirements are met in a market-leading organisation with an international footprint.