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:
Supervising daily workshop activity, ensuring high standards of quality and safety
Getting hands-on with all aspects of campervan builds (joinery, electrics, plumbing, trimming, detailing)
Operating or learning to operate CNC routing machinery to support cabinet and component production
Supporting Directors in developing workshop systems and processes to enable scale and efficiency
Working closely with suppliers, customers and early team members
Helping recruit and train future workshop staff as the business grows
What we re looking for:
Experience as a Workshop Supervisor, Team Leader or Senior Technician in a practical, build-focused environment
Hands-on skills in joinery, cabinetry, electrical systems, plumbing, fabrication or similar
Industry background in campervan conversions, boat fitting, vehicle conversions, modular builds or similar highly transferable sectors
Strong leadership qualities, able to motivate and direct others
A practical problem solver who takes pride in craftsmanship and detail
Flexible, proactive and excited about growing with a start-up business
Why join?
Be part of an ambitious new venture with huge growth potential
Take ownership of the workshop and shape how it develops
Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role as the team expands
Work with modern tools, including CNC machinery and innovative build systems
Competitive salary of £30,000 £35,000 depending on experience
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!