Workshop Manager

As Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective management of all workshop operations. You will lead a team of approximately 35 employees, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and delivery performance are consistently achieved.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will play a vital role in improving operational efficiency, controlling costs, and developing your team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ensure all workshop activities comply with company policies and safety standards
• Drive on-time delivery, cost control, and operational efficiency
• Manage processes to achieve “right first time” delivery and high customer satisfaction
• Identify and implement cost-saving and performance improvement initiatives
• Set and monitor clear objectives and KPIs aligned to business goals
• Optimise the use of labour, materials, and assets
• Support the Operations Manager with wider operational responsibilities

Your skills and experiences

We’re looking for a strong leader with proven operational and people management experience.

Essential

• Experience managing and leading teams in a workshop or operational environment
• Strong financial awareness, including budget and cost management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable
• Results-driven with a strong focus on performance and continuous improvement
• Confident leader with the ability to influence and engage others
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Highly organised with the ability to plan, prioritise and deliver
• Commercially aware with a focus on business performance and profitability
• A collaborative team player who can build strong working relationships

Desirable

• Experience in a manufacturing or service workshop environment (rotating machinery preferred)
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this role please send your CV and letter of application explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to:-

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