Workshop team leader / Foreman plant fitter (Weston-Super-Mare)

SER (Staffing) Ltd; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company in Weston-Super-Mare is seeking a Workshop Team Leader to oversee a team of fitters responsible for plant hire equipment maintenance. You will ensure all servicing and inspections are performed safely and efficiently, fostering a positive, safety-first culture. The ideal candidate has NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance, proven experience, and is a confident leader. The role offers competitive salary and multiple employee benefits, including enhanced annual leave and workplace pension.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Workplace pension

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing and volunteer support days

Retail discounts

Free flu vaccination

Eye care vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in plant maintenance, ideally in the hire or construction industry.
• Confident leader and mentor with excellent communication skills.
• Safety-focused, organized, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate a team of workshop fitters.
• Plan and allocate workloads to meet service and turnaround targets.
• Carry out and oversee inspections, servicing, and repairs of plant hire equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Technical knowledge of plant equipment

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent

Job description

Location : Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, South West, UK Workshop Team Leader / Foreman plant fitter Weston-Super-Mare Competitive salary A very progressive role, Overtime scheme, Holiday scheme, pension and more Join our team and take the lead in keeping our plant hire equipment running safely, reliably, and to the highest standard. As Workshop Team Leader, you'll oversee a team of fitters, ensuring all maintenance, repairs, and inspections are carried out efficiently, safely, and in line with company standards. You'll play a key role in daily workshop operations, supporting your team's development while maintaining a positive, safety-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate a team of workshop fitters.
• Plan and allocate workloads to meet service and turnaround targets.
• Carry out and oversee inspections, servicing, and repairs of plant hire equipment.
• Ensure full compliance with company, safety, and quality standards.
• Coach and develop team members, including apprentices.
• Maintain accurate service and repair records.
• Support continuous improvement across workshop processes.

About You

• NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent.
• Proven experience in plant maintenance, ideally within the hire or construction industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of plant and construction equipment.
• Confident leader and mentor with excellent communication skills.
• Safety-focused, organised, and proactive.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Why Join Us

• Enhanced annual leave (increasing with service).
• Workplace pension & employee assistance programme.
• "Refer a friend" bonus scheme.
• Wellbeing and volunteer support days.
• Retail discounts, free flu vaccination, and eye care vouchers.
• Living Wage accredited employer.

Ready to lead from the front? Apply today and help us maintain the highest standards in plant hire service and safety. SER-INTPBN1_UKTJ