Pump Workshop Manager

Johnson Controls; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Pump Workshop Manager to oversee operations, ensuring high-quality refurbishment of pumps and motors. The role demands a strong technical background and leadership skills, with opportunities for career progression and comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus

Company vehicle and fuel card

Extensive training and development programs

Private healthcare and comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pump and motor rebuilding.
• Strong knowledge of sprinkler systems (BSEN12845, Factory Mutual regulations).
• Hands-on experience in a workshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workshop efficiency and quality maintenance.
• Strip, assess, and rebuild pumps and motors.
• Complete digital reports and support engineers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Customer service mindset

Education

Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent technical qualification

Tools

PC literacy

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a Pump Workshop Manager, you will oversee the workshop’s efficiency, ensuring high-quality stripping and rebuilding of customer pumps and motors. You will maintain an organised and safe work environment, complete detailed reports, and support engineers with technical expertise. Your role will align workshop operations with business needs while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop.
• Strip, assess, and rebuild pumps and motors to a high standard.
• Ensure all required parts are in place for successful installation.
• Complete and upload digital pump reports promptly.
• Identify repair opportunities based on lead times and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and lifting/slinging gear.
• Work closely with the Technical Manager to improve workshop processes.
• Ensure service quality meets agreed standards and response times.
• Support and guide engineers, sharing technical expertise.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience in pump and motor rebuilding.
• Strong knowledge of sprinkler systems (BSEN12845, Factory Mutual regulations).
• Hands-on experience in a workshop environment.
• Technical background, ideally with fire sprinkler systems experience.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and improve processes.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Supervisory or leadership experience.
• Customer-facing experience with a strong service mindset.
• PC literacy, including Microsoft Office.
• Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent technical qualification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonus
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Career progression opportunities within Johnson Controls
• Extensive training and development programs
• Private healthcare and comprehensive benefits package
• Employee recognition programs and engagement initiatives

This is an exciting opportunity to lead workshop operations, uphold high-quality standards, and contribute to the company’s success.

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