Overview
We are now seeking a Workshop Foreman to join our Boston depot. This role is crucial in supporting the smooth and efficient running of the workshop, providing hands-on technical support, supervising and developing a team of technicians and apprentices, and ensuring the highest quality of service and repair work is achieved. The Workshop Foreman will act as a key link between the Service Manager, technicians, and other departments, ensuring productivity, safety, and customer satisfaction at all times.
Main Duties
* Supervise and support technicians and apprentices, providing guidance, coaching and technical assistance where required.
* Carry out diagnostic work, repairs, servicing and inspections to a high standard, ensuring manufacturer and warranty guidelines are followed.
* Ensure all work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in line with customer expectations.
* Assist with the allocation and planning of daily workload to maximise productivity and resource efficiency.
* Liaise with the Parts Department to ensure parts availability is aligned with workshop requirements.
* Monitor job progress and update Service/Depot Managers on outstanding or delayed work.
* Maintain workshop equipment through regular checks and report any issues promptly.
* Lead by example, maintaining professionalism, quality standards, and compliance with health and safety procedures.
* Support the implementation of new working practices and processes to improve efficiency.
* Ensure tools, equipment and materials are properly maintained, stored, and safeguarded.
* Comply with Thompson Commercials Safety Policy and other relevant health and safety guidance.
* Perform other reasonable duties consistent with the nature of the role and level of responsibility.
Requirements
* Strong technical knowledge of commercial vehicles.
* Proven experience in this role or a similar role (3 years ideally)
* Supervisory or team leader experience within a workshop environment (essential).
* Good communication and organisational skills (essential).
* Problem-solving ability with a hands-on approach (essential).
* Basic IT literacy and familiarity with DMS systems (essential).
* Full Driving Licence (essential).
Benefits you will receive
* Great on-site facilities
* 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Company health cash plan (after qualifying period) – covering costs such as optician, dentist, physio etc.
* Pension Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 health and wellbeing support
* Cycle to work scheme
* On-site parking
* Training & development opportunities – in-house and manufacturer-led, keeping you at the forefront of industry developments
Sound like the job for you?
To apply, send your CV to recruitment@thompsoncommercials.co.uk
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