Base Supervisor

Role Purpose

The Base Supervisor is responsible for leading and controlling the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring all activities are effectively planned, resourced, and executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The role involves managing and supervising Technicians and third-party personnel, coordinating maintenance, repair, and modification activities, and ensuring that all company equipment and assets are maintained in a safe, serviceable and operational condition at all times.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Plan, coordinate, and manage the activities of Technicians, including Base Technicians, offshore personnel, and third-party labour, deployed onshore for maintenance, rebuild, and modification of company assets and equipment.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all workshop and facility related tasks, requests, and communications from employees and contractors.
• Ensure all work is carried out in full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Security (HSEQS) policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Lead and oversee day-to-day workshop operations, including supervision of technicians, offshore crew, trainees, and third-party labour.
• Maintain effective organisation of workshop facilities, tools, and equipment, ensuring availability, serviceability, and safe use.
• Mentor and support apprentices and trainees, promoting skills development, safe working practices, and career progression.

Key Tasks

• Develop, implement, and maintain workshop procedures, documentation, and administrative systems.
• Participate in and lead risk assessments, method statements, and toolbox talks to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
• Establish, implement, and maintain effective security arrangements for all workshop operations and assets.
• Liaise with port authorities, clients, and local contractors as required to support operational activities.
• Provide hands-on support to maintenance and repair activities when required to meet operational demands and schedules.

Key Measurables

• Achievement of safety, quality, and operational KPI targets, with minimal incidents, near misses or non-conformances.
• High availability, reliability, and serviceability of all workshop tools, plant, and equipment.
• Accurate, timely, and compliant record-keeping for asset maintenance, inspections, and operational activities.
• Effective stock control, traceability, and accountability for tools, equipment, spares, and consumables.
• Demonstrated development, competence, and progression of apprentices and trainees through structured mentoring and supervision.

Key Behaviours

• Demonstrate strong leadership, accountability, and teamwork always.
• Act responsibly and promote a positive safety culture through personal behaviour and decision-making.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues, contractors, clients, and management.
• Actively support and encourage training, competence development, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Maintain a high standard of organisation, planning, and administrative control.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, procedures, and operational efficiency.

What We Offer

• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + Added Birthday Holiday.
• Competitive Salary.
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme.
• Death in Service Payment.
• BUPA Private Healthcare.
• Healthshield Cash Plan.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay.
• Free onsite Car Parking.
• Annual Salary Review (subject to terms and conditions.)
• Flexible Working Hours.