Foreman - Banbury, Oxfordshire | £40,000 salary, paid overtime & clear progression
We're recruiting for an experienced Foreman to lead a busy workshop operation in Banbury, Oxfordshire. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of a diverse fleet, support a skilled engineering team, and play a key part in driving standards, safety, and efficiency within a well-established operation.
Why apply for this Foreman role in Banbury, Oxfordshire?
You'll be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people and long-term development:
You'll earn a competitive salary of £40,000
You'll benefit from clear progression and structured career mapping
You'll have access to manufacturing training and ongoing professional development
You'll receive overtime paid at 1.5x for additional hours
You'll work in a supportive, professional environment with long-term stability
Key Responsibilities:
As part of this construction and plant hire operation, your role will include:
Supervising and leading a team of Plant Fitters and workshop personnel
Scheduling, allocating, and overseeing maintenance, servicing, and repair work across the fleet
Diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults
Ensuring all equipment meets statutory requirements including LOLER and PUWER
Completing final quality checks and testing before equipment returns to hire
Managing workshop stock, parts, tools, and consumables
Maintaining excellent HSE standards and ensuring full PPE compliance
Overseeing staff performance, training, rotas, and working hours
Keeping accurate service records, reports, and safety documentation
Monitoring costs, downtime, and workshop efficiency for management reporting
What we're looking for:
To succeed as a Foreman, you'll ideally have:
Previous experience leading a workshop or engineering team
Strong technical knowledge of heavy equipment or plant hire machinery
A solid understanding of health & safety and compliance standards
Confident leadership and communication skills
The ability to plan workloads, manage priorities, and control costs
A hands-on, proactive approach with a high attention to detail
If you're ready to take the next step as a Foreman in Banbury, Oxfordshire, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a stable role with real progression and long-term development. Apply now to find out more.
Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDPLANT
Location │ Banbury, Oxfordshire
Role │ Foreman
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