Workshop Foreman/Operations Supervisor - Tamworth
Greenhous DAF
About the role
An exciting dual role to manage the day-to-day operations of the workshop while providing hands-on technical support and motivating a great team.This is a 50/50 hybrid role involving supervising technicians, assisting with diagnostics, carrying out repair work when required, and planning/controlling the daily workload to ensure all booked work is completed within agreed timeframes.Working Hours:Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 4.30pm, i.e. 45 hours per week – 30 minutes for lunch (unpaid).Every other Saturday on a rota basis.Salary: OTE £50,000 per annumOther duties may be required of the post holder in addition to those listed above and below, to ensure that the requirements of the business are met at all times.Key Responsibilities:Manage the daily operations of the workshop.Support the team to stay motivated and engaged.Support technicians with fault diagnosis and complex repairs.Complete repair and service tasks when time allows.Conduct quality checks to ensure all work meets company and manufacturer standards.Maintain a professional, safe, and efficient workshop environment.Plan and allocate work for the day to ensure all jobs are completed on time.Monitor job progress throughout the day and adjust plans when necessary.Communicate job status and any delays to the Service Advisor team.Ensure accurate job documentation is completed and maintained.Ideally, we are looking for:Strong technical knowledge within an automotive or mechanical workshop environment.Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.Effective leadership and communication abilities.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.Commitment to high standards of service and workmanship.Experience in a workshop foreman, workshop controller, or senior technician role (preferred).NVQ Level 3 or equivalent automotive qualification.Proven experience supervising technicians or leading a workshop team.Full UK Driving Licence.Class 1 Driving Licence desirableIn return we’ll offer:As a permanent Greenhous employee, you will be entitled to:30 Days Holiday Including 8 Bank HolidaysCompany Sick Pay That Increases With Length Of ServicePension With Greenhous ContributionCareer Development OpportunitiesEmployee Discounts On A Range Of Products And Services Including Holidays, Days Out And Supermarket ShopsQualified Mental Health First AidersFree Will Writing ServiceFree Mortgage Advice ServiceFree Eye Tests For VDU UsersFree Flu jabs if you are ineligible through the NHSOn-Site Parking (Site Specific)Cycle To Work SchemePeriod Positive WorkplaceEAP – Employee Assistance Program Greenhous is firmly established as one of the largest dealer groups in the UK and has over 100 years’ experience in the franchised dealer world. We are a leader in the supply of dealer services for some of the world’s leading manufacturers. Our network of Car and Commercial dealerships now stretches across Shropshire, Staffordshire and the West Midlands and includes a number of different franchises including Vauxhall, Nissan and DAF.