Workshop Supervisor / Lead Gearbox Engineer

Job Title: Workshop Supervisor / Lead Gearbox Engineer - Industrial Gearboxes & Winches

Location: Warrington

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8am -4.45pm / Friday 8am - 1.30pm

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Workshop Supervisor / Lead Service Engineer to oversee the service, inspection, and repair of industrial gearboxes and winches. This dual-role combines hands-on engineering expertise with supervisory responsibilities, providing an exciting opportunity for an individual to lead a small team while remaining technically involved in gearbox service and rebuild activities.

Key Responsibilities:
Technical & Engineering Duties:

• Strip, inspect, and assess industrial gearboxes and winches.
  
• Accurately measure and record component condition.
  
• Identify wear, damage, and potential failure modes.
  
• Produce detailed inspection reports supported by photographs.
  
• Make repair recommendations and scope out recovery work.
  
• Rebuild gearboxes using standard instructions or technical guidance.
  
• Carry out mechanical fitting, assembly, and final testing.
  
• Operate workshop equipment such as lathes, presses, torque multipliers, and hydraulic power packs.
  
• Perform site-based inspections and overhauls (UK travel, occasional international).
  
• Support fault finding and commissioning/decommissioning of systems.
  

Supervisory & Management Duties:

• Allocate and manage workload across the team.
  
• Ensure workshop productivity and efficiency meet targets.
  
• Monitor project progress and resolve bottlenecks.
  
• Set daily/weekly priorities in coordination with the Service Coordinator.
  
• Manage and train a small team of engineers and technicians.
  
• Maintain high standards of quality, reporting, and documentation.
  
• Ensure workshop safety and adherence to safe working practices.
  
• Liaise with customers and internal teams regarding technical and service-related issues.
  
• Contribute to workshop improvements, tooling, and process development.
  

Skills & Experience Required:
Technical Skills:

• Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship (minimum) or equivalent qualification.
  
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and gearbox assemblies.
  
• Skilled in bench fitting, bearing fitting, and mechanical assembly.
  
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
  
• Proficient in use of manual measurement tools (micrometers, verniers, feeler gauges).
  
• Understanding of gearing systems, materials, failure modes, and recovery techniques.
  
• Experience with rotating equipment, precision mechanical builds, and tolerances.
  

Supervisory Experience:

• Previous experience managing workshop teams or leading engineering projects.
  
• Ability to allocate tasks, mentor junior staff, and ensure project delivery.
  
• Clear communication and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.
  

Personal Attributes:

• Reliable, responsible, and self-motivated.
  
• Positive attitude and team-focused.
  
• Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities.
  
• IT literate and capable of producing written technical reports.
  
• Willingness to travel occasionally for on-site inspections or service work.
  

In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated candidate. If you feel this is of interest please send your CV directly to Jordan Pannell at or call for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed).

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