Transport Departments Workshop Manager- HC621313

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Transport Departments Workshop Manager to oversee vehicle workshop operations in Winchester. The successful candidate will ensure efficient service delivery, manage staff, and promote health and safety standards. A strong technical background in vehicle mechanics and relevant experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have significant recent experience managing a vehicle workshop.
• Educated to QCF Level 4 or higher, with relevant vehicle mechanics qualifications.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and support workshop staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the vehicle workshop for efficient service delivery.
• Supervise staff, monitor productivity, and ensure wellbeing opportunities.
• Use technology to ensure accurate and efficient workshop operations.

Skills

Management

Technical Assistance

Communication

Education

QCF Level 4 or higher

City and Guilds 383 in motor vehicle mechanics

NVQ Level 3 in vehicle repair and servicing

Tools

Fleet Management System

Fleet IT Systems

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Transport Departments Workshop Manager - HC621313

Job Details

Location: Winchester Workshops

Salary: PO1 - £44,893.00 - £47,920.00 per annum (including a £4,000 enhancement allowance)

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 15th June 2025 at 23:59 hours

About the Role

Manage the vehicle workshop to ensure it provides an efficient and cost-effective service.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan and implement weekly schedules for vehicles and plant, including informing users of workshop bookings.
2. Supervise and motivate workshop staff, monitor productivity, and check timesheets. Ensure wellbeing opportunities are available when needed.
3. Use the Fleet Management system and Fleet IT Systems to promote efficient working, including closing job cards and ensuring data accuracy.
4. Lead by example in adherence to Force Policy on Health and Safety, comply with legislation and standards of good practice, and ensure Transport Department risk assessments are followed.
5. Provide technical assistance to workshop technicians, liaise with the Technical Coordinator and Fleet Manager, and gain qualifications to manage servicing, maintenance, and repair of alternative fuel vehicles.
6. Carry out vehicle road tests as necessary.

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Essential Qualifications

Educated to QCF Level 4 or higher, with City and Guilds 383 in motor vehicle mechanics with credits or merits, or NVQ Level 3 in vehicle repair and servicing.

Essential Experience

Significant recent experience managing a vehicle workshop.

Supporting Values

• We Support and Inspire - Level 2
• We Analyse Critically - Level 2
• Courage
• Respect and Empathy
• Public Service

Application Guidance

For an informal discussion, contact Gavin Bartlett (Technical Coordinator) at 07780 485955.

Please ensure your email address is accessible, as it will be used throughout the application process.

Equality and Inclusion

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is committed to diversity and inclusion. We promote flexible working and encourage applications from all community sections. For support, contact [e-mail]. We also support the Disability Confident campaign and accommodate reasonable adjustments during recruitment.