Workshop Foreman – Agricultural Machinery
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Workshop Foreman to join our busy agricultural machinery workshop.
This is a hands-on working foreman role, responsible for the day-to-day running of the workshop and ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the agricultural workshop.
- Organising and prioritising the workload for workshop technicians.
- Allocating jobs and ensuring work is completed within agreed timescales.
- Liaising closely with the Hire Department to ensure hired equipment is inspected, repaired and turned around quickly and efficiently.
- Diagnosing and assisting with the repair and maintenance of agricultural machinery and equipment.
- Supporting technicians with technical advice and problem solving where required.
- Monitoring job progress and ensuring customers' machinery is completed to a high standard.
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop environment.
- Ensuring workshop procedures and health and safety requirements are followed.
- Communicating effectively with management, technicians, the hire department and customers where required.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience within an agricultural, plant or machinery workshop.
- Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.
- Experience of supervising or coordinating a team of technicians.
- The ability to prioritise and manage a busy and varied workload.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- A practical, hands-on approach to problem solving.
- The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- A strong focus on quality, efficiency and customer service.
Experience working with agricultural machinery is highly desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced agricultural engineer or technician looking to take the next step in their career while remaining actively involved in workshop and engineering work.
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time
Location: Ardleigh
To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter to [email protected]
Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Agricultural machinery: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
