Workshop Foreman
1 week ago
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Workshop Foreman to support the safe, efficient and high-quality operation of our Kirkwall based workshop. This role combines technical expertise with team supervision and strong communication, working closely with the Workshop Manager to plan workload, allocate staff, improve processes and deliver excellent service for our customers.
At our company, we're proud of the values that guide everything we do:
Do the Right Thing – we act with honesty and treat people with respect.
Be the Best – we take pride in our work and always aim high.
Customer First – we listen, care, and go the extra mile.
Community Spirit – we look out for each other and support our local communities.
Future Focus – we're always learning, improving, and building for what's next.
What you'll be doing
- Supervise the day-to-day activities of workshop and hire staff
- Work closely with the Workshop Manager to plan workload, improve workflow and meet service commitments
- Act as Master Technician, diagnosing faults and providing technical leadership
- Support the Workshop Manager with staff rotas, resource planning and delegation
- Carry out pre-delivery inspections, servicing, repairs and testing to MIS standards
- Secure the department and equipment at end of service
- Maintain accurate records: job cards, time recording, parts allocation and costings
- Support continuous improvement in workshop processes and productivity
- Liaise with Parts Department to ensure stock availability for jobs
- Assist with hire and technical sales when required
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety policy and PUWER regulations
- Train and mentor new workshop team members
- Support performance management and development of workshop engineers
- Ensure high standards of housekeeping, tool security and workshop safety
- Provide technical support to colleagues and customers
- Be available for emergency call-outs as required
About You
- HND/HNC or SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Previous supervisory or team lead experience (desirable)
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and team coordination skills
- Able to plan workload and adapt to changing priorities
- IT literate and comfortable with maintenance/job systems
- Good understanding of Health & Safety
- Confident decision-maker who takes ownership and leads by example
What we offer:
- A company that backs its people – you'll never feel like just a number
- A trusted name across the Highlands and Islands, with loyal customers and a great reputation
- All the tools to succeed
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
