Job Description

About STAS Trailers UK

STAS Trailers UK is the UK arm of a leading European manufacturer of premium aluminium and steel tipping and moving-floor trailers. We're known for engineering excellence, reliable aftersales support, and long-term customer partnerships.

As our UK operation continues to grow, we're recruiting a hands-on Service Workshop Foreman to lead our busy service and repair facility.

Role Purpose

A blended role combining technical expertise and day-to-day leadership. You'll be a time-served HGV technician with trailer experience who leads by example on the shop floor, upholds safety standards, and ensures right-first-time repairs.

The position is approximately 85% practical / 15% administrative, including job planning, parts coordination, and customer communication.

Key Responsibilities

Workshop & Technical

Service, repair, and maintain STAS trailers and HGVs to OEM and DVSA standards. Diagnose and repair braking, suspension, hydraulic, and electrical systems (WABCO experience preferred). Carry out high-quality aluminium and steel welding and fabrication. Conduct safety checks, roadworthiness inspections, and final sign-off. Maintain a clean, organised, and safety-compliant workshop environment.

Leadership & Supervision

Lead by example; provide hands-on guidance, allocate work, and monitor progress. Drive a positive, safety-first culture with strong housekeeping and PPE compliance. Mentor and support apprentices and junior technicians. Ensure deadlines, quality standards, and workshop efficiency targets are achieved.

Customer Interaction & Administration

Communicate professionally with customers regarding diagnostics, estimates, and updates. Accurately complete job cards, service reports, and related documentation. Coordinate closely with the Sales, Parts and Rental departments to optimise workflow. Assist with scheduling, quotations, and warranty claim submissions as required.

Skills & Experience

Essential

HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence. Fully qualified HGV/Truck Mechanic (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent). Experience with braking, suspension, and diagnostic systems (WABCO preferred). Strong aluminium and steel welding/fabrication skills. Excellent mechanical and fault-finding ability. Confident using IT systems for reports and job management.

Desirable

Prior workshop foreman or supervisory experience. Familiarity with SAF/JOST axles, tyre inflation/TPMS, and EBS diagnostics.

Personal Attributes

Can-do attitude:

proactive, reliable, and hands-on.

Attention to detail:

consistently delivers high-quality workmanship.

Leadership:

leads by example, motivates, and supports the team.

Customer-focused:

communicates clearly and professionally.

Organised:

manages workload efficiently under pressure.

Hours of Work

Monday to Thursday:

07:00 - 17:00

Friday:

07:00 - 15:00

Lunch:

30 minutes per day

Holidays & Benefits

Salary:

Competitive and negotiable (dependent on experience)

Holidays:

23 days per year (plus bank holidays) Company pension scheme Private health plan Ongoing technical and manufacturer training (including WABCO and SAF systems) Genuine development opportunities within a growing business Supportive, close-knit working environment

How to Apply

Please send your CV and covering note to:

sales@stastrailers.co.uk

Application closing date:

15th November 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person