Workshop Supervisor: Lead Engineer for MHE Repairs

Doosan Corporation; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary Package

Contributory Pension Scheme

Enhanced Parental Policies

Life Assurance

On-site parking

Employee Welfare Scheme – vouchers for

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Doosan Corporation in Dewsbury is seeking an experienced Workshop Supervisor to lead our workshop operations, balancing technical excellence with people management to deliver reliable equipment services for customers.

You will oversee day-to-day workshop activities, supervise engineers and apprentices, plan workloads, uphold safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement to maximise uptime and service levels for our clients.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths are required.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Engineering qualifications or similar technical qualifications in MHE mechanics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of materials handling equipment including forklifts, side loaders, reach trucks and MEWPs.
• Perform diagnostic and fault-finding using manuals, software or diagnostic tools.
• Conduct repairs to engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, transmissions and braking systems.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the workshop engineers and apprentices.
• Plan and allocate work effectively based on priority and resource availability.
• Provide guidance and technical assistance when needed.
• Manage job scheduling, workflow and resource allocation.
• Ensure planned maintenance and repair work is completed efficiently and to timescales.
• Enforce health and safety requirements and maintain a safe workshop environment.
• Report workshop performance and issues to the relevant manager.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Hydraulic fault-finding

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Education

GCSE English & Maths

UK Driving Licence

Engineering qualifications (MHE)

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Workshop systems/digital service platforms

Job description

Doosan Corporation in Dewsbury is seeking an experienced Workshop Supervisor to lead our workshop operations, balancing technical excellence with people management to deliver reliable equipment services for customers.

You will oversee day-to-day workshop activities, supervise engineers and apprentices, plan workloads, uphold safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement to maximise uptime and service levels for our clients.