Workshop Supervisor

Paul Garvey Personal Training; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established national plant hire firm seeks a Workshop Foreman to lead a team of engineers. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage and develop a skilled workforce while ensuring optimal equipment performance. With a focus on internal progression, you'll have the chance to advance your career through comprehensive training and substantial salary increases. This dynamic position combines leadership with hands-on engineering, making it perfect for those with a background in Plant, HGV, or Automotive sectors. Join a company that values growth and offers a supportive work environment, where your contributions can make a real impact.

Benefits

22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Company Vehicle

Salary Sacrifice Scheme for additional leave

Comprehensive training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in Plant, HGV, Automotive or Agricultural sectors in a senior role.
• Electrical and mechanical fault finding and repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Organise engineers and manage workload effectively.
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Train clients on machinery operation and maintenance.

Skills

Leadership in engineering

Electrical fault finding

Mechanical fault finding

Client collaboration

Education

NVQ in mechanical/electrical engineering

City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering

Tools

Plant machinery

Automotive tools

HGV equipment

Job description

Job Role: Workshop Foreman (Plant)
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Salary: £33,000-£35,000 base salary
Hours: Monday-Friday + Overtime @ 1.5x
Job Type: Full time, Permanent

The Client:

Interaction Technical have partnered with a well-established and National plant hire firm to support the growth of their team. Our client, who have been established for over 50 years, have reached a stage of growth where they are looking to onboard & train engineers from either a plant, HGV, Automotive or Agricultural background to the team. They offer a comprehensive training scheme alongside relative internal progression routes.

The package:

• 22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays / Increasing by 1 day for every year of service (25 overall)
• All overtime over 8 hours per day is paid at 1.5x
• Company Vehicle
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme for an addition 5 days annual leave per annum
• Full training & development with a focus on internal progression, route is as follows: (Workshop/Mobile Engineer > Lead Engineer / Foreman > Hiring Manager > Site Manager > Regional Manager)
• All of the above promotions accompany substantial increases in salary and benefits.

The Responsibilities:

• Organise Mobile and workshop based engineers, analysing workload and designate jobs.
• Order parts needed for the workshop, manage elements of stock and liaise.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their specific requirements and provide recommendations.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Offer training and support to clients' staff on machinery operation and maintenance best practices.
• Keep detailed records of service activities, parts used, and work completed for accurate reporting.
• Communicate effectively with the in-house engineering team to provide feedback and improve product performance.

The Requirements:

• Previous experience working in the Plant, Automotive, HGV or Agricultural industry in a leadership / senior position.
• Previous experience as an engineer within Plant, Material Handling, or Automotive.
• Experience working on engines would be advantageous.
• Electrical and/or Mechanical fault finding, repair & service experience.
• Relevant qualifications NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering (advantageous).
• Full UK Drivers License.