Workshop Supervisor

Job title:
Workshop Supervisor

Job location:
Derby

Salary:
Up to £50,000

Hours per week:
40

Duration:
Permanent

Start date:
ASAP

Client Summary:
A well-known engineering company based in Derby. Specialising in overhaul, modifications and
repair projects.

Position Summary:
The candidate will be overseeing and supervising the rail maintenance and production activities in the onsite Workshop.

Roles can include:
* Supervise daily workshop activities, ensuring work is completed in line with production plans and schedules.
* Lead, motivate, and manage workshop operatives, technicians, and fitters.
* Coordinate workflow across maintenance, overhaul, and production tasks.
* Act as the first point of contact for operational issues within the workshop, ensuring timely resolution.
* Allocate tasks and responsibilities based on skills, competency, and workload.
* Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and shift handovers.
* Support training, mentoring, and development of team members.
* Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
* Monitor progress against production targets and KPIs.
* Ensure accurate completion of job records, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation.

Person Profile/Experience:
* Proven experience in a supervisory role within a rail, heavy engineering, or maintenance environment.
* Strong knowledge of rail vehicle maintenance, overhaul, or production processes

Qualifications:
* Relevant engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
* IOSH Managing Safely (desirable).

Contact Information: James Bell
Email: (url removed)