Foreman

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.

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.

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.