Hands-On Workshop Manager: Fleet & Plant Excellence

Countrystyle Recycling; Borough of Swale; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Countrystyle Recycling are seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead and own the workshop at Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne. You will oversee fleet, plant and site equipment maintenance, drive safety and compliance, and manage a team of mechanics and apprentices.

The role combines hands-on diagnostic work with budgeting, audits and continuous improvement to maximise uptime and safety across operations.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical, diagnostic and fault-finding (HGV/LGV/plant).
• Leadership and people management experience in a workshop.
• Ownership mindset with accountability for outcomes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Extensive hands-on experience maintaining HGV/LGV vehicles, plant and machinery.
• Proven track record managing workshop teams including mechanics and apprentices.
• Deep knowledge of fleet maintenance and workshop safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections, servicing and repairs to vehicles, plant and site equipment.
• Lead and supervise mechanics, fitters and apprentices with daily task allocation.
• Ensure 100% PEM compliance and DVSA/regulatory adherence.
• Plan servicing schedules, monitor KPIs and manage downtime.
• Maintain auditable records and manage workshop budget and costs.
• Uphold health, safety and environmental compliance in all activities.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical work

Fault diagnosis

Leadership and people management

Ownership mindset

Communication and stakeholder mgmt

HGV/LGV and plant maintenance

Workshop team management

Fleet maintenance knowledge

Job description

Countrystyle Recycling are seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead and own the workshop at Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne. You will oversee fleet, plant and site equipment maintenance, drive safety and compliance, and manage a team of mechanics and apprentices.

The role combines hands-on diagnostic work with budgeting, audits and continuous improvement to maximise uptime and safety across operations.