Workshop Manager - Commercial Vehicle Maintenance

A rare opportunity has opened up for a key player to join the management team in the capacity of Workshop Manager. We require a skilled individual who is able to harness modern technology, implement industry best practises whilst inspiring and leading a well-established vehicle workshop.

This is an integral role helping to manage Bartrums fleet of over 150 vehicle and 250 trailers as well as external customers. The vehicle workshop consists of a team of technicians which is headed by a Fleet Engineer. As the Workshop Manager for our Company, you will ideally have experience and can demonstrate your capacity in a similar role.

This role will report to the Fleet Engineer.

Hours: Monday to Friday with every other Saturday morning. 50hrs per week, Overall responsibility for the vehicle workshop including management of the team, servicing and MOT prep:-

• Manage the OCRS to ensure our fleet of 150 vehicles and 250 trailers remains at the forefront of safety and road worthiness


• Manage business equipment for the safety of staff and customers including but not limited to calibration of equipment, etc


• Manage all fitter hours to workload in relation to inhouse and external work


• Complete vehicle /engineering documentation relevant to the workshop


• Manage the working relationship with all operational departments, suppliers and external customers


• Outsourcing vehicle servicing and maintenance where required.


• Reviewing workshop performance and ensuring delivery of key financial targets


• Development of the existing staff including talent mapping, motivating and personal development


• Further improve and develop the vehicle workshop systems


• Undertaking review of staffing levels and initiating the recruitment and performance management process


• Provide Weekly and Monthly KPI Reports to the Managing Directors where required


• Ensure purchase orders/invoicing queries are actioned promptly


• Drive department changes where required to enhance and develop our infrastructure
  
  Excellent decision-making skills, a high level of initiative and able to prioritise problem solve


• Prior experience in a similar role is essential


• Prior use of Fleet Management Systems


• A good ability to learn new IT Platforms and operate proficiently across various software


• The ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment


• Works well under pressure and is still able to inspire and lead a team of fitters


• The ability to work as part of an integral team


• Excellent time keeping, flexibility and attendance is required


We are looking for a professional Manager who embodies our values and consistently strives for excellence. They will understand and comply with all relevant legislative requirements and promote Company Policies and Procedures at all times.,
• Workshop Manager: 2 years (preferred)


Licence/Certification:

• CPC (preferred)
  
  Salary - Competitive, dependent on experience.


Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension


• On-site parking


• Referral programme


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday


• Weekend availability