Workshops Supervisor

As part of the EEAST Fleet and Workshops transformation plan, we are recruiting another workshops supervisor for the Essex region.

Responsible for the efficient and cost effective running of 2 of the Trusts busiest Workshops, keeping lost unit hours due to vehicle failure, to a minimum.

Supervision of Workshop Technicians working on site to ensure the best use of resources, adherence to safe working practices and delivery of high quality workmanship.

To monitor and develop new working practices as may be required to improve efficiency and effectiveness of working resources
- Ensure that regular monitoring and checks are carried out to maintain a high quality of repairs and servicing and report any concerns to the Productivity Manager.
- To substitute/support Workshop Supervisors in other areas/localities

Communication;
People and Finance

Supervision / Leadership

Ongoing Development

**Flexibility**: The post holder may be required to work at any of the Trust’s sites in line with service needs. the role will predominantly be at either Chelmsford or Southend workshop.

**Infection Prevention and Control**: All Trust employees have duties under the “Health and safety at Work etc. Act 1974” which have a bearing on the prevention and control of infection in particular: Staff are expected to understand their responsibilities as outlined in the infection prevention and control policy and related guidelines, comply with all stated systems and maintain their knowledge of infection prevention and control relative to their role.

Confidentiality, Data Protection, Freedom of Information and Computer Misuse:
1. Supervision / Leadership
- Ensure that regular monitoring and checks are carried out to maintain a high quality of repairs and servicing and report any concerns to the workshops Manager.
- To substitute/support Workshop Supervisors in other areas/localities
- To provide first line supervision / leadership of the Workshop teams.
- Ensure regular communication to Technicians concerning quality issues and individual performance and participate in the Trust’s IPR programme, as appraiser/appraisee.
- Provide leadership to promote Trust initiatives and stimulate the necessary sense of urgency and flexibility to keep vehicle lost unit hours to a minimum.
- Identify training and support required for Vehicle Technicians ensuring ongoing continuous professional development is planned and delivered in keeping with operational and legislative requirements.
- Provide a focal point for Workshops staff in all matters relating to department performance, Health & Safety, discipline and grievances etc.