Workshop Supervisor

SMT GB; Duxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Workshop Supervisor to lead operations at their Machine Preparation Centre. This role involves overseeing a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality service and repairs, and maintaining health and safety standards. You will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement and supporting apprentices while managing workshop tools and equipment. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for engineering and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

5% Employer Pension Contribution

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance 4 x Annual Salary

Financial/Physical/Mental Health Counselling

Free Will Writing Service

24/7 Doctor Access

Healthshield - Cashplan for all Employees

Family Friendly Policies

Company Events

Qualifications

• Formal engineering qualification required in Plant Maintenance or equivalent.
• Proven supervisory experience in heavy construction equipment industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workshop operations and ensure timely job completion.
• Manage team performance and maintain health & safety standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Expertise in Diesel Engines

Health and Safety Standards

Basic Computer Proficiency

Education

Formal Engineering Qualification in Plant Maintenance

Equivalent Qualification in Agricultural/HGV Mechanics

Tools

Workshop Tools and Equipment

Job description

About The Role

We are searching for a Workshop Supervisor to join the Steam at our Machine Preparation Centre in Immingham. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring that all machinery services and repairs are conducted efficiently and to the highest standards. You will lead a dedicated team of technicians and collaborate closely with management to enhance workshop performance and customer satisfaction.

What you will be doing:

1. Overseeing workshop operations, ensuring jobs are completed on time and to the highest standards
2. Managing and motivating your team—workforce planning, recruitment, training, and performance management
3. Ensuring top-quality output, investigating and resolving any issues to prevent reoccurrence
4. Maintaining health & safety excellence, leading by example to uphold best practices
5. Supporting apprentices, providing supervision, mentoring, and hands-on development
6. Overseeing tools & equipment, ensuring maintenance, testing, and availability when needed
7. Driving continuous improvement, reviewing processes and implementing smarter ways of working

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

To be successful in this role, we require the following qualifications and experience:

1. A formal engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance, Agricultural/HGV mechanics or equivalent
2. Proven experience in a supervisory role within the heavy construction equipment or related industry
3. Strong technical expertise in servicing and repairing diesel engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and other mechanical systems
4. Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
5. Ability to manage multiple priorities and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
6. Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and health and safety
7. Problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues
8. Basic computer proficiency for administrative tasks and reporting
9. Full UK driving license

Benefits

What We Offer You

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

1. 5% Employer Pension contribution
2. 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
3. Cycle to Work Scheme
4. Life Assurance 4 x annual salary
5. Financial/Physical/Mental Health Counselling and Coaching sessions
6. Free Will writing service
7. EAP, which includes 24/7 Doctor access
8. Healthshield - Cashplan for all employees
9. Family Friendly policies
10. Company events