Workshop Foreman: Lead Maintenance, Safety & Team Growth

GAP Group Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunities employer

Life Assurance

Health & Wellness Support

Generous holidays

Job summary

GAP Group Ltd. is seeking a skilled Workshop Foreman for our Birmingham Plant & Tools division. You will lead a depot workshop, ensure our fleet of diggers, dumpers, and power tools is maintained and hire-ready, and drive performance with a focus on safety and quality.

You will oversee workloads, coach staff, implement maintenance programs, and maintain compliance with legislation while fostering career growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ideally experience in a senior plant mechanic/fitter role, with a relevant qualification or time-served background.
• Solid, up-to-date knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance.
• A full, valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the depot workshop and ensuring plant equipment is consistently available for hire
• Allocating and monitoring workloads across the fitter team to maximise productivity and meet performance targets
• Leading by example to maintain high standards of safety, service, and equipment care
• Implementing planned maintenance programmes to reduce downtime and repair costs
• Ensuring accurate records of servicing, repairs, and appliance testing are maintained and compliant with legislation
• Managing workshop cleanliness, vehicle maintenance schedules, and off-hire inspections
• Coaching and developing workshop staff, identifying training needs, and supporting career growth
• Monitoring plant breakdowns and ensuring efficient resolution
• Ensuring appropriate PPE is worn and safe working practices are followed at all times

Skills

Senior plant mechanic/fitter

Heavy plant maintenance

Driving licence

Job description

GAP Group Ltd. is seeking a skilled Workshop Foreman for our Birmingham Plant & Tools division. You will lead a depot workshop, ensure our fleet of diggers, dumpers, and power tools is maintained and hire-ready, and drive performance with a focus on safety and quality.

You will oversee workloads, coach staff, implement maintenance programs, and maintain compliance with legislation while fostering career growth in a fast-paced environment.