Workshop Co-ordinator vacancy in Downton, Wiltshire (052jc)

Workshop Co-ordinator vacancy in Downton, Wiltshire (052jc)

Workshop Co-ordinator (052jc) – Downton, Wiltshire – circa £30k Temp to Perm

Do you have a passion about vintage and classic cars and have an interest in automotive engineering? My client specialises in restoring and building some of the world’s finest vintage and classic engines, alongside manufacturing white metal bearings and delivering precision machining services. With decades of expertise, they are committed to keeping our great British motoring heritage alive through exceptional craftsmanship and engineering excellence.

This role will start off as a 12 week temporary role looking to convert to a permanent role after the initial contract.

About the Role:

As the Workshop Co-ordinator, you’ll be the driving force behind the day to day operations, ensuring the smooth running of engine restoration and precision machining projects. From enquiry to completion, you’ll oversee quotations, project planning, supply chain management, invoicing, and client relations—delivering high-quality results every time.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, keeping everything on track.
2. Oversee cost estimation, financial tracking, and invoice preparation.
3. Provide exceptional client communication, ensuring expectations are met.
4. Develop strong client and supplier relationships to drive new business.
5. Implement and manage office systems and procedures to maximise efficiency.
6. Maintain the highest standards of health and safety.
7. Anticipate challenges and proactively find solutions.
8. Ensure smooth arrival, exit, and quality control of parts and completed jobs.

Who You Are:

1. A highly organised individual with a keen eye for detail.
2. A problem solver who can anticipate challenges and offer effective solutions.
3. Having a great affinity for numbers, you are someone who has the ability to build robust costing models to deliver accurate estimates, manage financial and job tracking systems as well as invoicing.
4. A confident communicator, you will be an excellent people person with an ability to build strong customer and supplier relationships.
5. Knowledgeable in office management systems and procedures.
6. Committed to maintaining health and safety standards.

Why Join My Client?

1. Be part of a tight knit team working in a niche industry, combining engineering, heritage, and precision craftsmanship.
2. Take on a key role in ensuring high-quality project delivery and client satisfaction.
3. Enjoy an exciting mix of administrative, project management, and client-facing work.

The ideal candidate would probably be ex REME or someone who has a passion for vehicles and a desire to keep the classics on the road and purring. You can be someone who is looking for a role off the tools but still want to have an active involvement.

For more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd on 0333 202 6500, or jc@ex-mil.co.uk or via the website www.ex-mil.co.uk