Pump Fleet Workshop Manager & Team Lead

Selwood Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Enhanced overtime pay

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Life insurance (3x annual salary)

Job summary

Selwood Limited is recruiting a Workshop Manager for our Nottingham branch. You will oversee the workshop, lead a team of fitters, and ensure servicing, maintenance and repairs meet high standards while complying with safety and statutory requirements.

You will drive productivity, coach staff, and manage workloads, with occasional travel and call-outs as needed in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience repairing and diagnosing faults in diesel engines.
• Experience leading a workshop and yard function to maximise productivity and service.
• Proven ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience promoting a Health & Safety culture.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage resources in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel and occasional overnight stays as required.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility for call-out duties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring pump servicing, maintenance, repairs, modifications, and improvements are complete efficiently and to the required standards, whilst maintaining compliance with legal requirements and company procedures.
• Manage daily engineering workloads to meet business needs and resolve operational challenges.
• Ensure fleet servicing schedules are adhered to, and that equipment is maintained in line with manufacturer requirements and company standards.
• Monitor equipment reliability and performance, identifying recurring issues and working with technical teams to implement improvements.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a high-performing team to maximise productivity, engagement, performance, and quality.
• Provide day-to-day direction and support to your team ensure work is completed safely, in line with operational priorities and ensuring workloads are managed effectively.
• Proactively manage team development, performance, absence and misconduct in line with company policies and processes, promptly addressing any areas of concern.
• Lead and champion a strong health and safety culture, ensuring it is embedded in all branch activities.
• Ensure full compliance with all company SHEQ policies, procedures, and statutory regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Diesel engine maintenance

Workshop management

Health & safety culture

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Selwood Limited is recruiting a Workshop Manager for our Nottingham branch. You will oversee the workshop, lead a team of fitters, and ensure servicing, maintenance and repairs meet high standards while complying with safety and statutory requirements.

You will drive productivity, coach staff, and manage workloads, with occasional travel and call-outs as needed in a fast-paced environment.