Equipment Workshop Supervisor

Job title: Equipment Workshop Supervisor

Grade: F

Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 per annum (rising by annual increments to £41,771)

Hours: Full Time - 37 hours per week

Location: Charminster Workshop, Wiltshire/Dorset (limited work from home)

Appointment type: Permanent

Contact: Phillip Searle, Fleet and Equipment Manager - /

Closing date: Sunday 15 March 2026 (midnight)

Interview date: Wednesday 25 March 2026

Responsibilities

• Manage one of the two Equipment Maintenance and Repair Teams to meet performance measures agreed with the Equipment Maintenance Manager as directed by the Fleet & Equipment Manager.
• Ensure all work is delivered to the required standard, in the required time and in the most efficient and economic manner possible.
• Oversee the security of the equipment workshop facility and coordinate all works services to maintain a safe working environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Level 3 Management qualification or proven relevant supervisory/managerial experience.
• Experience of managing a maintenance workshop.
• Experience of repairing and maintaining plant and equipment.

Other Information

• Category C licence required; if not held, we can provide training. Must fulfil significant travel requirements.
• Disabled applicants are welcome; reasonable adjustments will be considered.
• Standard DBS clearance will be required before offer.
• Full pre employment checks (identity, right to work, medical, references, employment history).
• Health Surveillance Programme and occupational health appointment required on appointment.
• For tax and pension information, please see provided resources.

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