Workshop Manager – Powered Access

We are seeking a dedicated Powered Access Workshop Manager to lead our dynamic workshop team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing the safe and efficient refurbishment of scissor lifts. This role is crucial in ensuring the operational efficiency, safety compliance, and high-quality standards of our refurbishment processes.

Job Description:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the scissor lift refurbishment workshop.
• Lead and motivate a team of both Electrical and Mechanical Workshop Engineers to achieve production targets.
• Supervise and support team members, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations.
• Identify and address bottlenecks in the workshop processes, implementing changes to improve efficiency.
• Manage departmental discipline, holidays, sickness and absence, etc.
• Manage the recruitment process for the department.
• Ensure all team members adhere to health and safety regulations and best practices.

Specific Skills:

• Excellent leadership and team management abilities, capable of motivating and guiding workshop staff to achieve optimal performance and productivity.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges that arise in the workshop environment.
• Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, manage resources effectively, and maintain a structured workflow.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and safety standards, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility to handle changing priorities and dynamic work situations, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of projects.
• Customer service orientation, with a focus on meeting client expectations and maintaining strong relationships to drive repeat business and referrals.
• Continuous improvement mindset, actively seeking opportunities to enhance workshop processes, procedures, and efficiency.

Knowledge:

• NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Extensive experience in a management role of a workshop or similar environment.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and refurbishment processes.

Why Join Us

• Training in our City & Guilds accredited academy.
• Job Specific Uniform & tooling for all roles.
• Company wide fun days and charity events.
• Company Pension.
• 32 Holidays per year.
• Regular staff ‘treats’ for employees and their families.

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8.00am – 17.00pm

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