Are you experienced in vehicle workshop management, Production or Manufacturing team supervision, with a passion and understanding of the Automotive industry? We are currently seeking an experienced technical supervisor / workshop business supervisor to join our team as Vehicle and Technical Coordinator for our Vehicle Technician team on site with our OEM clients. The role will lead and supervise a team of vehicle technicians, engineers, inspectors, stores/warehousing, and administration. Based on-site at one of the UK’s most prestigious Automotive Manufacturers and other client sites. The opportunity: Reporting to the VT Business Manager, the VT Technical Coordinator/Supervisor will be responsible for the organisation of shifts and assuring a professional high standard of service is maintained. The Shift Manager will lead and coach a team of Quality Inspectors and Team Leaders, to assure the “Right First Time” delivery of the required projects. The VT Technical Coordinator will be responsible for, but not limited to: * Managing and supervising the workforce on a day-to-day basis – typically a team of up to 12 Vehicle Technicians assembly and build technicians and inspectors. * Successfully set up projects, ensuring any required Test Plans, WES (Work Instruction) and authorisation documents including all documentation. * Constructing and understanding risk assessments and all process/work instructions from and with the client. * Complete 5 Why / investigations and Fishbones etc… for full understanding of any issues/CARs including all reporting. * 5S Audits daily * Controlling the resource in the shifts to ensure maximum utilisation, with an aim to reduce any standby or inefficiency. * Schedule and monitor ongoing G & P activities during shifts, to ensure that any potential issues are identified and resolved. * Administration coordination and reporting for timesheets, productivity and managing hours via the G&P QTrak online system. * Producing reports for all staff issues, performance, KPI’s H&S information including near misses and accidents * Supporting the VT Business Manager in achievement of KPI’s, recruitment activities, inducting new starters. * Supporting the VT Business Manager with appraisals of staff, identifying and developing individuals within supervisory and inspection teams. The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience: Due to the responsibilities required within the position, it is important that the successful candidate has excellent team supervisory skills and experience. Team supervisory experience will ideally gained within a dealership workshop or relevant Automotive, Manufacturing or Engineering environment. Key skills: * An organised, resilient individual with the ability to think outside the box and utilise their production and quality process knowledge to promptly resolve issues. * Computer literate, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. * Able to produce reports and data for all requirements to head office on regular basis. * Excellent communication and customer service skills. * Experienced in producing and creating processes and associated documents. * Experience of problem solving and quality process auditing * Proficient in health and safety regulations and requirements. * Able to produce business quotes. * Customer facing and relationship building awareness and confidence. * Used to handling customers and managing expectations. * Potentially workshop management or controller experience. * Confident and capable communicator at all levels, verbal and written. The supervisor/coordinator must be qualified at higher City & Guilds or BTEC levels minimum in vehicle technology or repair, mechanical or electrical engineering. The role will involve some travel across a variety of client sites and requires an individual with a full driving license and their own reliable vehicle. Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time. Salary: £35,000 - £40,000.00 per annum (Depending on Experience). Working Schedule: * Weekly rotational shifts. * 42.5 hours per week. * Weekend overtime may be available depending on work requirements. Benefits include: * Free on-site parking. * Employer pension contribution. * Excellent development and progression opportunities. If this position sounds of interest, and you have the experience to match - please submit your CV today! Established in 1994, G&P is a world-leading provider of quality management services to the manufacturing industry, primarily in the automotive, aerospace and off-highway sectors. G&P operates as both an employment business and employment agency in providing and advertising opportunities for our clients. G&P’s philosophy is to provide efficient and effective solutions to eliminate disruptions throughout the manufacturing process and supply chain to support the drive for zero defects reaching the end user. Gobel & Partner is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age