Foreman

Key Responsibilities:

Workshop Management:

Plan, allocate, and supervise daily workloads for workshop staff.

Ensure that all repairs, servicing, and inspections are completed safely, efficiently, and to manufacturer standards.

Coordinate with operations and site teams to prioritize breakdowns and maintenance tasks.

Technical Leadership:

Diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on a wide range of heavy plant machinery.

Provide expert technical support and mentoring to workshop and field service engineers.

Ensure correct use of diagnostic tools, equipment, and service procedures.

Quality & Safety:

Maintain strict adherence to company health, safety, and environmental policies.

Conduct safety checks, toolbox talks, and ensure workshop compliance with regulatory standards.

Inspect and sign off completed work, ensuring quality control and compliance with service records.

Administration & Reporting:

Maintain accurate job cards, service reports, and equipment maintenance logs.

Monitor parts inventory, order supplies, and liaise with suppliers and vendors.

Provide regular updates to management on workshop performance, costs, and equipment condition.

Team Development:

Train and mentor apprentices and junior technicians.

Foster a positive, professional, and safety-focused workshop culture.

Qualifications & Experience:

Trade qualification as a Heavy Plant Mechanic, Diesel Fitter, or Mechanical Engineer (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).

Detailed hands-on experience working with heavy construction, ground engineering or related equipment (Ground Improvement, Drilling Rigs, Piling Rigs, Large Concrete Pumps or related)

Previous supervisory or foreman experience in a workshop environment.

Strong diagnostic skills in hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.

Proficient with service management software and maintenance record systems.

Valid driver's license; additional licenses (e.g., HGV, forklift) an advantage.

Key Attributes:

Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

High degree of technical knowledge and attention to detail