Job Description

Workshop Foreman

Pay:

45,000.00 - 50,000.00 per year

Thompson Commercials are the largest privately owned Renault Truck dealership in the UK with 8 depots spanning the East of England supplying the full range of new Renault and Isuzu trucks, pre-owned trucks, trailers and vans.We are an ambitious and successful Company, determined by the skill, reliability and loyalty of our people - who we believe are our greatest assets - and who provide outstanding service to our customers.

We are now seeking a

Workshop Foreman

to join our Boston depot.This role is crucial in supporting the smooth and efficient running of the workshop, providing hands-on technical support, supervising and developing a team of technicians and apprentices, and ensuring the highest quality of service and repair work is achieved. The Workshop Foreman will act as a key link between the Service Manager, technicians, and other departments, ensuring productivity, safety, and customer satisfaction at all times.

Main

Duties:

Supervise and support technicians and apprentices, providing guidance, coaching and technical assistance where required. Carry out diagnostic work, repairs, servicing and inspections to a high standard, ensuring manufacturer and warranty guidelines are followed. Ensure all work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in line with customer expectations. Assist with the allocation and planning of daily workload to maximise productivity and resource efficiency. Liaise with the Parts Department to ensure parts availability is aligned with workshop requirements. Monitor job progress and update Service/Depot Managers on outstanding or delayed work. Maintain workshop equipment through regular checks and report any issues promptly. Lead by example, maintaining professionalism, quality standards, and compliance with health and safety procedures. Support the implementation of new working practices and processes to improve efficiency. Ensure tools, equipment and materials are properly maintained, stored, and safeguarded. Comply with Thompson Commercials Safety Policy and other relevant health and safety guidance. Perform other reasonable duties consistent with the nature of the role and level of responsibility.

Requirements:

Strong technical knowledge of commercial vehicles. Proven experience in this role or a similar role (3 years ideally) Supervisory or team leader experience within a workshop environment (essential). Good communication and organisational skills (essential). Problem-solving ability with a hands-on approach (essential). Basic IT literacy and familiarity with DMS systems (essential). Full Driving Licence (essential).

Benefits you will receive:

Competitive salary Great on-site facilities 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company health cash plan (after qualifying period) - covering costs such as optician, dentist, physio etc. Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 health and wellbeing support Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Training & development opportunities - in-house and manufacturer-led, keeping you at the forefront of industry developments
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person