Perfect Placement UK Ltd • Croydon, Home Counties CR0 1QB

Senior Vehicle Technician

About this role

Senior Vehicle Technician / Workshop Foreman – Croydon

Our client, a reputable and family-run fleet company based in Croydon, is seeking an experienced Senior Vehicle Technician / Workshop Foreman to oversee and lead their busy workshop.

This is a vital role for a skilled automotive professional looking to step into a leadership position within a well-established business operating primarily within the commercial and light van sectors.

Benefits

  • Competitive basic salary of £45,000 per annum
  • Up to £12,000 in performance-based annual bonuses
  • Flexible working hours (start between 7am and 9am; finish between 4pm and 6pm)
  • Optional overtime on weekends, including Saturday and Sunday shifts
  • Paid lunch breaks and pension contributions
  • 32 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Access to mobile job opportunities across multiple branches and yards in New Cross, Eltham, and Croydon
  • Discounted van rentals for business and personal use
  • Modern workshop equipped with advanced diagnostic tools and a professional team environment

Duties of the Senior

Vehicle Technician / Workshop Foreman

  • Oversee daily workshop operations ensuring smooth workflow and efficiency
  • Lead a team of mechanics to deliver high-quality vehicle repairs and maintenance
  • Conduct diagnostics using enterprise-grade equipment, including Snap-On and Autel scanners
  • Provide technical support to workshop staff, maintaining high standards of workmanship
  • Communicate effectively with management and stakeholders regarding workshop activities and challenges
  • Coordinate work across multiple sites, including mobile jobs and external yards
  • Supervise workshop safety procedures, ensuring compliance with all policies and regulations
  • Manage workshop logistics and support the team in achieving productivity targets as a Senior Vehicle Technician / Workshop Foreman
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop environment

Requirements of the Senior

Vehicle Technician / Workshop Foreman

  • Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician, Master Technician, or Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) Technician with strong diagnostic skills
  • Previous supervisory or workshop management experience
  • Technically solutions-minded with a proactive approach to problem solving
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to provide honest feedback to team members and stakeholders
  • Mature, industry-experienced individual with extensive knowledge of vehicle repair standards
  • Confident working independently and managing daily workshop operations
  • Proficient in using diagnostic equipment and workshop management systems
  • Strong leadership qualities and a customer-focused attitude

If you are ready for a leadership role within a supportive environment and possess the necessary experience, this opportunity is ideal for advancing your automotive career.

Contact Alex Perrin, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Croydon and Greater London, today to discover more about this fantastic Senior Vehicle Technician / Workshop Foreman opportunity.

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