Workshop Manager

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Alton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK manufacturer based in Alton seeks a Workshop Manager to oversee operations and lead a skilled team. The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing background, experience with traditional workshop tools, and leadership skills. This hands-on, days-based position offers excellent progression opportunities and long-term stability. Join a company known for quality craftsmanship and innovative product design to support product development and drive future efficiency.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Career progression

Long-term stability

Qualifications

• Strong background in manufacturing or production environments.
• Knowledge of machining and manual tools.
• Experience with team leadership or management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workshop operations across multiple departments.
• Support product development and continuous improvement.
• Lead and mentor a team.

Skills

Manufacturing background

Team leadership

Machining knowledge

Experience with traditional workshop tools

Job description

Workshop Manager

£45,000 - £50,000 + Progression + Excellent Benefits + Long-Term Stability

Alton, Hampshire (Commutable from: Basingstoke, Farnham, Guildford, Winchester, Petersfield, Andover, Aldershot, Fleet)

Are you from a manufacturing or production background with team leader or supervisor experience looking to join a well-established UK manufacturer offering long-term stability, variety, and a friendly, team-based environment?

On offer is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior role within a specialist manufacturing company that produces high-end products for customers across the UK and overseas. This is a practical, workshop-based position offering both technical involvement and day-to-day leadership.

This well-established company has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship and innovative product design. They're continuing to grow their UK production and are now seeking an experienced workshop professional to oversee a thriving multi-department site covering machining, wiring, assembly, and product finishing.

In this autonomous role, you'll oversee a highly-skilled team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across the workshop. You'll be hands‑on with both traditional and CNC machinery, support product development, and work closely with the engineering and management teams to maintain efficiency and drive the future of the company forwards!

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing or production environments, with knowledge of machining, manual tools and team leadership, looking to join a team with a passion for developing new products. The right person will receive long-term job stability and career progression.

The Role:

• Overseeing workshop operations across multiple departments
• Supporting product development and continuous improvement
• Leading and mentoring a team
• Monday to Friday, days-based position

The Person:

• Background in manufacturing, machining, or production environments
• Experience with traditional workshop tools
• Previous leadership or team management experience
• Based within commutable distance of Alton

Reference Number: BBBH263439

To apply for this role or to be considered for further opportunities, please click "Apply Now" or contact Lewis Durrant at Rise Technical.

Rise Technical Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will depend on your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.