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Workshop Foreman
at ABM UK
On-siteLowfield Heath, Crawley, United KingdomLGW AirportFull-time
Posted 3 months ago
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Description
Location: ABM London Gatwick Airport
Employment Type: Full-Time 42 hours per week, Permanent (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Competitive
Role Overview:
We are seeking a customer-focused and hands-on Workshop Foreman to lead the day-to-day operations of our service workshop. This role combines technical oversight with team coordination, ensuring high standards of service delivery and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Service & Client Relations
Act as the primary point of contact for all customer service and workshop-related inquiries.
Liaise with clients to provide timely updates, manage expectations, and resolve service-related issues.
Workshop Operations
Coordinate workshop loading in line with client requirements and operational capacity.
Allocate tasks efficiently to engineers based on skill sets, availability, and job priority.
Actively participate in technical tasks, providing hands-on support and leadership.
Compliance & Documentation
Implement and maintain the Truck File programme for accurate service documentation and regulatory compliance.
Conduct regular quality checks on service records and completed work.
Cost Control
Monitor and manage parts expenditure to ensure cost-effective operations without compromising quality.
Health & Safety
Ensure all workshop activities comply with health and safety regulations and best practices.
Reporting & Administration
Complete all required reports accurately and on time.
Fulfill any other reasonable work-related requests, including travel as necessary.
People Management
Manage staff leave to ensure adequate workshop coverage.
Oversee disciplinary matters in line with company policy.
Coach and mentor team leaders to meet service level agreements.
Ensure absence management processes are followed and escalate issues when necessary.
Monitor employee sign-on/off compliance.
Conduct appraisals and assessments to optimize staff performance and retention.
Maintain staff discipline and compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
Follow all Group and company policies and procedures.
Report deficiencies in systems or equipment that may impact service delivery or safety.
Use all work equipment and PPE properly.
Report issues or training needs to your line manager or via the divisional incident reporting system.
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience in a workshop or service management role, ideally within the automotive or commercial vehicle sector.
Strong leadership skills with experience managing technical teams.
Hands-on technical expertise in vehicle servicing and repairs.
Proficient in service documentation systems (e.g., Truck File).
Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
Financial awareness for managing budgets and controlling costs.
Relevant technical qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Commercial Vehicles or equivalent).
Team-oriented mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
PCV/HGV License – highly desirable.
Advanced diagnostic skills and knowledge of DVSA standards – desirable
Benefits
We’re proud to offer a great range of benefits including:
- 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home
- Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
- Get Fit Programme
- Financial and legal support
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:
- Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
- Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
- Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis
New Staff Rail Discount Scheme
_The new scheme provides a 25% discount for airport workers on travel within the Staff Travel Area, on journeys starting or ending at Gatwick Airport Station. Tickets can now be purchased online, via a dedicated website for airport staff._