Job Title: Workshop Foreman
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £50,000 + Bonus Scheme
Schedule: Monday to Friday – Day Shift
Overtime: Paid at time and a half
Are you an experienced Plant Fitter ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Workshop Foreman to lead a dedicated team of engineers in a clean, well-equipped workshop environment. This is a great opportunity to move into a leadership role with excellent earning potential and no weekend work.
Workshop Foreman – Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Bonus scheme
- Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
- Monday to Friday day shifts – no weekends
- Clean, well-equipped, and modern workshop
- Long-term job security with a supportive and professional company
- Workshop Foreman – Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations in the workshop, ensuring all work is completed efficiently and to a high standard
- Lead, support, and mentor a team of plant fitters and engineers
- Carry out diagnostics, servicing, and repairs on a wide range of plant machinery (excavators, dumpers, rollers, telehandlers, etc.)
- Allocate jobs and monitor progress to ensure deadlines are met
- Ensure all work complies with health & safety and company standards
- Maintain accurate records, including job cards and service documentation
- Liaise with management on workshop performance and areas for improvement
Workshop Foreman – Requirements:
- NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent (preferred)
- Strong hands-on experience with construction or heavy plant equipment
- Proven ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience (even informal) is desirable
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to lead by example and maintain high standards
Apply now, or contact Harry at Holt Recruitment for a confidential conversation about the role.
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