Workshop Supervisor, Harlow

Industrial Mechanical Supervisor (Workshop-Based)

Salary - upto 40,000

An established engineering organisation is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to support and oversee workshop operations within a busy industrial repair environment.

This position focuses on leading a team responsible for the inspection, overhaul, and repair of a wide range of rotating and mechanical equipment.

Role Overview:
You will supervise day-to-day workshop activity, ensuring jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. The role involves both hands-on technical involvement and coordination of team workload.

Key Duties:

• Lead and coordinate a team of workshop technicians
• Allocate tasks and monitor progress of ongoing work
• Review and organise job documentation and reports
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members
• Carry out inspection, fault diagnosis, and repair of mechanical equipment
• Ensure work is completed within agreed timeframes
• Maintain quality standards and adherence to safety procedures
• Assist with complex rebuilds and technical problem-solving when required

Equipment & Work Scope:

• Industrial motors (single and three-phase)
• Gearboxes and drive systems
• Pumps and fluid handling equipment
• Fans, blowers, and other rotating machinery

Requirements:

• Strong background in mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering
• Previous experience in a workshop or repair environment
• Proven ability to supervise or lead a team
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective communication skills
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple tasks

Additional:

• Electrical knowledge is advantageous
• Full driving licence preferred
• Flexibility for additional hours or call-out work when required (with enhanced pay)