Job Description
Industrial Mechanical Supervisor (Workshop-Based)
Salary - upto £40,000
An established engineering organisation is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to support and oversee workshop operations within a busy industrial repair environment.
This position focuses on leading a team responsible for the inspection, overhaul, and repair of a wide range of rotating and mechanical equipment.
Role Overview: You will supervise day-to-day workshop activity, ensuring jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. The role involves both hands-on technical involvement and coordination of team workload.
Key Duties:
* Lead and coordinate a team of workshop technicians
* Allocate tasks and monitor progress of ongoing work
* Review and organise job documentation and reports
* Provide technical guidance and support to team members
* Carry out inspection, fault diagnosis, and repair of mechanical equipment
* Ensure work is completed within agreed timeframes
* Maintain quality standards and adherence to safety procedures
* Assist with complex rebuilds and technical problem-solving when required
Equipment & Work Scope:
* Industrial motors (single and three-phase)
* Gearboxes and drive systems
* Pumps and fluid handling equipment
* Fans, blowers, and other rotating machinery
Requirements:
* Strong background in mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering
* Previous experience in a workshop or repair environment
* Proven ability to supervise or lead a team
* Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality
* Effective communication skills
* Capable of working independently and as part of a team
* Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple tasks
Additional:
* Electrical knowledge is advantageous
* Full driving licence preferred
* Flexibility for additional hours or call-out work when required (with enhanced pay)