Workshop Foreman

Executive Network Group; Braintree; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading powered access company in the UK is seeking a Workshop Foreman to lead their workshop and engineering team. This position is predominantly office-based but requires technical involvement. The ideal candidate must have supervisory experience in the powered access or plant hire industry, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maximizing equipment availability. A strong technical foundation in MEWPs is essential, along with effective leadership capabilities. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the powered access or plant hire industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of MEWPs or plant equipment.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support workshop engineers and apprentices.
• Plan and allocate work to meet operational deadlines.
• Oversee PPMs, LOLER inspections, and repairs on powered access equipment.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, LOLER, PUWER, and company H&S procedures.
• Liaise with operations and hire teams to maximise fleet availability.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Technical knowledge of MEWPs

Leadership experience

HSE compliance

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Workshop Foreman
Location: Brentwood, Essex
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (Subject to Experience), Phone, Laptop, Company Vehicle, Bonus Scheme, 25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays, Company Pension.

Job Description:

We are looking for a Workshop Foreman, to come onboard a well- established, reputable Powered Access organisation, with a strong national reach. As Workshop Foreman, you will lead the workshop and engineering team. The role will predominately be office based, with the expectation to be hands on technically when required. You will oversee the maintenance, inspection, and repair of MEWPs, ensuring equipment is safe, compliant, and ready for hire. This role would ideally suit someone with previous supervisory experience across the Powered Access or Plant Hire industry, or someone with a strong engineering background looking to step up into a leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support workshop engineers and apprentices
• Plan and allocate work to meet operational deadlines
• Oversee PPMs, LOLER inspections, and repairs on powered access equipment
• Ensure compliance with HSE, LOLER, PUWER, and company H&S procedures
• Liaise with operations and hire teams to maximise fleet availability

About You

• Proven experience in the powered access or plant hire industry
• Strong technical knowledge of MEWPs or Plant Equipment
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience
• IPAF and relevant engineering qualifications desirable

If you are someone who fits the above requirements and would like