Workshop Supervisor - Campervans

Workshop Supervisor – Campervan Conversions
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm (flexible)
Location: Derbyshire (near Ashbourne and surrounding areas)
Are you an experienced workshop supervisor who’s just as happy on the tools as you are leading a team? This is a rare opportunity to join an exciting new venture at the ground floor, shaping both the workshop and the future of a premium brand in the campervan conversion industry.
We’re looking for someone who has managed a workshop environment but is also ready to roll up their sleeves and carry out the hands-on build work. As this is a start-up, you’ll be pivotal in setting up systems and processes, supporting with design and innovation, and helping to develop a streamlined, systemised build model using modern tools and CNC machinery.
What you’ll be doing:
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Supervising daily workshop activity, ensuring high standards of quality and safety
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Getting hands-on with all aspects of campervan builds (joinery, electrics, plumbing, trimming, detailing)
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Operating or learning to operate CNC routing machinery to support cabinet and component production
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Supporting Directors in developing workshop systems and processes to enable scale and efficiency
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Working closely with suppliers, customers and early team members
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Helping recruit and train future workshop staff as the business grows
What we’re looking for:
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Experience as a Workshop Supervisor, Team Leader or Senior Technician in a practical, build-focused environment
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Hands-on skills in joinery, cabinetry, electrical systems, plumbing, fabrication or similar
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Industry background in campervan conversions, boat fitting, vehicle conversions, modular builds or similar highly transferable sectors
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Strong leadership qualities, able to motivate and direct others
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A practical problem solver who takes pride in craftsmanship and detail
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Flexible, proactive and excited about growing with a start-up business
Why join?
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Be part of an ambitious new venture with huge growth potential
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Take ownership of the workshop and shape how it develops
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Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role as the team expands
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Work with modern tools, including CNC machinery and innovative build systems
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Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
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Supportive, creative environment with real career progression
If you’re looking for a role where you can lead, build and grow, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV for an immediate interview for the right candidate!