VMU Manager

Vehicle Maintenance Unit Manager Role in Didcot with Excellent Benefits and Career Progression

Our client, a well-established franchise-approved commercial vehicle dealer group with multiple sites nationwide, is seeking a highly motivated Vehicle Maintenance Unit Manager to oversee their VMU in Didcot. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to lead a dedicated team and contribute to the efficient management of a diverse fleet comprising light commercial and heavy goods vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of approximately £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience, with potential performance-related bonuses
• £500 car allowance
• Paid overtime at enhanced rate of time and a half
• 30 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Branded overalls and boot allowance
• Access to hundreds of practical, recreational, and salary-sacrifice discounts
• Staff wellness programme
• Workplace pension scheme
• Full training including IRTEC Inspection Accreditation and manufacturer technical development
• Excellent career progression within a multi-award-winning dealer group operating for over 50 years

Duties

• Lead and manage the Vehicle Maintenance Unit, overseeing daily workshop operations to meet customer fleet demands
• Control labour costs and manage third-party contractor utilisation
• Ensure compliance with safety audits and contractor working codes
• Plan and optimise facilities, bays, diagnostics, and tools to maximise workshop efficiency
• Collaborate with senior management on investments in workshops, facilities, and HR resources
• Regularly review and adapt workshop service pricing strategies
• Monitor and report on workshop performance, including retail sales, warranty, and internal contracts
• Oversee WIP management and cash control
• Recruit, induct, and develop workshop staff, ensuring high levels of motivation and retention
• Set and review employee targets, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Maintain excellent communication with team members and customers, ensuring high standards of service delivery

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, IMI) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (light or heavy)
• Previous supervisory or managerial experience within a workshop environment
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication skills, resilient, and capable of motivating a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills, able to prioritise effectively
• HGV driving licence is highly advantageous but not essential
• Knowledge of fleet management and workshop operational metrics

If you are a driven and experienced Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU) Manager looking to advance your career within a reputable dealer group, we would love to hear from you.

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