Workshop Supervisor

Workshop Supervisor Required!

Our client is a leading UK-based manufacturer.

On behalf of our client, we are looking to recruit an experienced Workshop Foreman. The successful candidate will be responsible for take a hands‑on leadership role within the workshop, ensuring the efficient build, repair, refurbishment, and preparation of equipment.

• Salary £35,000 - £40,000 (DOE)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Early finish Fridays
• Working hours Monday - Thursday 8am till 5pm and Fridays 8am till 1pm

• Actively participate in workshop activities including assembly, rework and testing of equipment
• Supervise and support workshop engineers on a day‑to‑day basis, providing hands‑on guidance and technical support
• Support the Production Manager with workload prioritisation, coordination, and planning of upcoming projects
• Ensure all work is completed to specification, on time, and to required quality standards
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards and requirements
• Maintain strict adherence to health & safety procedures across all workshop activities
• Carry out and oversee quality inspections and checks
• Coordinate effectively with engineering, service, and production teams to meet deadlines
• Attend production meetings, providing clear updates on project status, progress, and potential delays
• Contribute to continuous improvement through product and process feedback

• Time‑served engineer or qualified to HNC/HND
• Previous supervisory or foreman experience in a workshop or production environment
• Strong experience in mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly and build environments, including pipework assembly, brazing, and soldering, working on small to large scale equipment with BoMs ranging from 70 to 300+ components.
• The successful candidate will be required to supply their own standard hand tools for routine daily work. Specialist tools and equipment (e.g. grinders, pipe benders, etc.) will be supplied by the company for shared use.
• Ability to lead and support a small technical team effectively
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Strong commitment to health & safety and safe working practice