Workshop Supervisor – Automotive

Glen Callum Associates; Ashford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive components provider seeks a Workshop Supervisor to oversee workshop operations in Ashford, UK. This role involves managing a skilled team, ensuring production quality, and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate possesses a strong automotive background alongside leadership skills and technical proficiency.

Benefits

Pension

20 days leave plus 8 bank holidays

No Weekends

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working with automotive components is essential.
• Experience in managing or supervising a workshop team.
• Strong understanding of workshop processes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the workshop team for efficient operations.
• Ensure all work meets health and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with automotive components.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Technical Proficiency

Problem Solving

Education

Background in Automotive Repair

Experience as Master Technician

Tools

Workshop Management Software

Inventory Systems

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29.06.2025

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13.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Workshop Supervisor or a Master Technician looking for the next step in their career to join a leading provider of automotive components, specialising in the production, manufacture, re manufacture, repair and supply of high-performance parts including propshafts, driveshafts, and other essential automotive mechanical systems. We pride ourselves on innovation, precision, and delivering the highest standards of service to our customers. It is due to continued growth; we are seeking this skilled and experienced Workshop Supervisor.

As the Workshop Supervisor, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of our workshop, ensuring the production of high-quality automotive components. You will manage a team of technicians, and ensure that all work meets safety, quality, and performance standards. A strong background as an automotive technician, automotive repair or automotive engineering, with hands-on experience working with propshafts, driveshafts, and related systems, is essential for this role.

Ideal location – Feltham, Ashford (Surrey), Stanwell, Hounslow, Twickenham, Sunbury on Thames, Hampton, Teddington

Salary – Up to £40K basic – Pension – 20 days leave (plus BH 28 days total) – NO WEEKENDS

Key Responsibilities & Requirements:

• Lead and manage the workshop team to ensure efficient operations and timely production of automotive components.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and testing of propshafts, driveshafts, and related automotive systems.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide guidance and training to workshop staff.
• Collaborate with other departments, including engineering and production, to meet client specifications and deadlines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to automotive components and systems.
• Ensure that all parts are produced to the highest technical specifications and within industry standards.
• Manage inventory and order parts required for production.
• Strong technical proficiency and the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and engineering issues.
• Hands-on experience working with automotive systems and components is essential.
• Background in automotive repair, HGV technician, Master Technician or mechanics will be an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of workshop processes, safety standards, and quality control.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with workshop management software and inventory systems is a plus.
• Experience in managing or supervising a workshop team.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV outlining your relevant experience to Robert Cox of Glen Callum Associates Ltd at or call Rob for a confidential chat on 07398 204832. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.