Workshop Foreman

Lgh Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave (+1 per year)

Private Healthcare

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Job summary

Lgh Group is seeking a Workshop Foreman to oversee coordination and technical operations in the workshop, ensuring efficient maintenance of lifting equipment and strict regulatory compliance.

The role requires leadership, safety focus, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting a culture of continuous improvement. Monday–Friday with potential after-hours work, and UK travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5 years mechanical engineering experience.
• Full Driving Licence.
• LEEA certification up to Machines Powered (preferable).
• Ability to travel throughout the UK as required.
• Excellent communication in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and technical support within the workshop.
• Servicing, examination, and testing of lifting equipment.
• Ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards.
• Foster a safety-first culture in the workshop.
• Possible breakdown service outside office hours for maintenance/repair.
• Complete administrative tasks accurately.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

People management

Leadership

Safety awareness

English communication

Time management

Prioritisation under pressure

UK travel

Planning

Job description

We are looking for hardworking and dedicated team players who can share our enthusiasm, experience, and expertise, and most importantly, our commitment to customer service.

Are you a team player, with great communication? Are you motivated and driven for success? Do you bring a positive and committed attitude to work? If you want to join a company enjoying strong, sustainable growth with a people-focused culture then

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

The Workshop Foreman within our esteemed lifting company plays a crucial and multifaceted role in overseeing the coordination and technical operations within the workshop. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, strategic planning, and strong leadership skills to ensure the efficient maintenance of equipment, strict adherence to regulatory standards, and the fostering of a culture centred on safety and continuous improvement. The Workshop Foreman serves as a linchpin in driving operational excellence and upholding the company's unwavering commitment to delivering superior service.

OVERVIEW OF ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Supervision and Technical Support
• Servicing, Examination, and Testing of Lifting Equipment
• Ensuring strict adherence to all regulatory standards
• Culivating a safety-fisrt culture within the workshop
• Potential requirement to participating in the breakdown service for maintenance/repair of equipment outside office hours.
• Ensuring correct administrative completion.
• Collaborating with various departments to understand the customer requirements
• Co-responsibility for order and tidiness in the workshop.
• Any other work relating to the workshop.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Preferably certification up to LEEA (or equivalent) Machines Powered
• Full Driving License
• Command of the English language both orally and in writing.
• Safety awareness and understanding
• 5 years mechanical engineering experience
• Demonstrated experience in People Management
• Ability to prioritise effectively under pressure when required
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Able to travel throughout the UK as required
• Undertake training courses relevant to your role
• Able to work outside normal working hours (weekends/evenings)

COMPANY BENEFITS

• 25 Days Annual Leave (+1 per year capped at 30)
• Potential for a Company Van
• Quarterly Incentive Program
• Private Healthcare
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhance Family Leave
• Free parkingFree Equipment Hire

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Atherton, M46 9JZ, reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)