Workshop Foreman / Manager – Heavy Diesel, Hydraulics & Engineering

Precision Hydraulics & Mechanical; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with personal use

Job summary

Precision Hydraulics & Mechanical in Blenheim is seeking a Workshop Foreman/Manager to run our busy heavy diesel, hydraulics and engineering workshop. This hands-on leadership role requires guiding a team, coordinating jobs and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.

The successful candidate will have strong experience with heavy diesel machinery, hydraulics and mechanical repairs, plus a proven track record supervising tradespeople and apprentices.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy diesel machinery and mechanical repairs.
• Experience with trucks, agricultural, forestry, construction or industrial machinery.
• Senior Foreman or Supervisor experience.
• Ability to lead a team and manage multiple jobs.
• Current driver's license.
• Strong fault-finding in mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of fabrication and general engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day workshop operations.
• Plan and allocate work to mechanics, engineers and apprentices.
• Supervise workshop staff.
• Monitor progress, productivity and deadlines.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and heavy machinery faults.
• Coordinate parts, materials and outside services.
• Liaise with customers regarding repairs and progress.
• Ensure safety standards and quality.

Skills

Heavy machinery

Mechanical repairs

Heavy machinery experience

Trade qualification

Leadership experience

Fault finding

Machinery servicing

Fabrication knowledge

Multitasking

Lead trades

Driver's license

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

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Are you an experienced heavy diesel mechanic, engineer or workshop supervisor ready to step into a senior leadership role?

We are looking for a capable and practical Workshop Foreman / Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of our busy heavy diesel, hydraulics and engineering workshop.

This is a hands‑on position for someone who understands heavy machinery, hydraulics and engineering, can lead a team, manage workflow, deal with customers and keep jobs moving efficiently.

About the role

You will be responsible for overseeing workshop operations and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. This is a hands‑on position for someone who understands heavy machinery, hydraulics and engineering, can lead a team, manage workflow, deal with customers and keep jobs moving efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day running of the workshop
• Planning and allocating work to mechanics, engineers and apprentices
• Supervising and supporting workshop staff
• Monitoring job progress, productivity and deadlines
• Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and heavy machinery faults
• Assisting with complex repairs and technical problem-solving
• Liaising with customers regarding repairs and job progress
• Organising parts, materials and outside services
• Reviewing job sheets, labour and material records
• Managing breakdowns and urgent repair work

About you

• Strong experience with heavy diesel machinery and mechanical repairs
• Experience with trucks, agricultural, forestry, construction or industrial machinery
• A relevant diesel, heavy automotive, mechanical engineering or similar trade qualification
• Previous experience as a Foreman, Leading Hand, Supervisor or Workshop Manager
• Strong mechanical and hydraulic fault-finding skills
• Good knowledge of machinery servicing and repair
• An understanding of fabrication and general engineering
• The ability to manage multiple jobs and changing priorities
• Experience leading tradespeople and apprentices
• A current driver's license
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and ability
• Company vehicle provided, with personal use
• A senior role with genuine responsibility
• A wide variety of heavy machinery, hydraulic and engineering work
• Well-equipped workshop
• Supportive management
• Opportunity to influence how the workshop operates
• Ongoing training and development
• Stable employment with an established and growing business