Job Description: Workshop Supervisor Location: Dumfries Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am to 5pm Contract: Full Time, Permanent Salary: From £33k (Dependant on Experience)
About Our Client:
HRGO is recruiting for our client, a leading equipment hire and sales company based in Dumfries, committed to providing high-quality tools, machinery, and customer service to clients across the region. With a reputation for reliability and expertise, they support a wide range of industries, including agriculture, construction, and landscaping.
We are looking for a motivated and experienced operations leader to join their team. The ideal candidate will ideally have a background/knowledge in agricultural or plant machinery, or significant practical experience in similar fields. This is a great opportunity for someone with ambition and wanting to further their career.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership:
Supervise and lead a team of workshop technicians and engineers.
Allocate tasks, monitor progress, and ensure high standards of workmanship.
Provide training, mentoring, and guidance to workshop staff.
Maintenance & Repairs:
Oversee the maintenance, repair, and servicing of a range of equipment, including agricultural machinery, plant machinery, and small tools.
Ensure all repairs are carried out efficiently, safely, and in line with company standards.
Workshop Management:
Organise and maintain a well-equipped, tidy, and safe workshop environment.
Manage stock levels of parts and consumables to minimise downtime.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
Customer Service:
Liaise with customer services to discuss repair requirements.
Ensure clear communication regarding repair schedules, costs, and any delays.
Administrative Duties:
While this role is very much in the workshop, you will be expected to assist with maintaining accurate records of repairs, inspections, and service schedules.
Requirements
Leadership Skills: Experience supervising teams, with the ability to delegate tasks, motivate staff, and maintain a positive work environment.
Technical Expertise: Experience in agricultural or plant machinery engineering, with strong diagnostic and repair skills (diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrics) and familiarity with tractors, diggers, telehandlers, and small tools is desired.
Personal Attributes: Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, and a customer-focused, communicative attitude.
What We Offer:
A starting salary of from £33k (DOE) with potential for growth.
A supportive work environment.
The chance to work with a well-established, family-run company in a thriving industry.
