Workshop Manager

Veolia; Bromley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Bromley is seeking a Workshop Manager to oversee vehicle maintenance operations. You will ensure efficient production and quality control while managing a team. The ideal candidate has vehicle maintenance experience, people management skills, and relevant certifications. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 and numerous benefits, including 25 days of annual leave and ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Discounts on retailers

Access to health resources

Virtual GP access

Paid volunteer day

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a vehicle maintenance technician.
• Experience in managing a team of technicians.
• Level 3 NVQ Vehicle Maintenance and Repair certification.
• Holding an LGV Category C or C+E vocational licence.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in IT applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day workshop management and team development.
• Ensure operational targets for performance and asset management.
• Maintain high standards of safety and compliance.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
• Act as primary point of contact for key customers.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance experience

People management experience

Effective communication

Excellent time management

IT proficiency

Education

Level 3 NVQ Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

LGV Category C or C+E Vocational Licence

Level 3 Leadership & Management or equivalent

Tools

Health and Safety Monitoring Tools

Job description

Workshop Manager

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum plus Veolia benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Location: Bromley, BR2 9RB

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave


• Access to our company/people's pension scheme


• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers


• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to


• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household


• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community


• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing

Responsible for overseeing the day to day management of a vehicle maintenance workshop. Ensuring efficient production, quality control and team management to deliver safe, efficient and compliant services in the Workshop in line with the VMR standard and wider business requirements.

Manage the workshop team and develop their skills and ambition. Ensure all KPI's for the workshop are met. Always maintaining a qualitative and cost control approach to the services provided by the workshop to the wider business. Working as part of the Fleet Services team maintain a continuous improvement culture

• Ensure agreed operational targets are achieved in respect of Risk and Assurance performance, asset availability, reliability and costs, whilst effectively managing all operational and asset related risks


• Wear the correct PPE and RPE for each task at all times


• Report and dealing with (if appropriate) safety and environmental concerns (spills/leaks/litter/safe stacking of packaged waste /clean and well maintained bunds/odours or dust)


• Stop the job if it's unsafe, report in EcoOnline (AVA)


• Ensure that housekeeping is kept to a high standard


• Support line management with technical information to aid budget planning CAPEX specification


• Take responsibility for your workshop P&L.


• Continually monitor equipment / performance and set plans to improve reliability of the processes and equipment


• Ensure equipment is serviced and maintained in accordance with the statutory regulations such as LOLER, PUWER and manufacturer recommendations


• Assist or complete health and safety monitoring to include VMR inspections, equipment inspections and report all accidents, incidents and close calls


• Carry out investigations on equipment failures, determine root causes and recommend recovery plans with cost effective solutions to prevent reoccurrence


• Support the team in planning to provide a priority list for maintenance, procurement of parts and equipment necessary


• Manage the preparation and review of work instructions and risk assessments


• Act as the primary point of contact for key customers


• Management of any contractors on site including issue of permits include with appropriate company procedure


• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback


• Identify training needs and facilitate skill development opportunities


• Maintain high standards of quality to meet customer expectations

What were looking for

• Experienced vehicle maintenance technician


• People management experience


• Level 3 NVQ Vehicle Maintenance and Repair


• LGV Category C or C+E Vocational Licence Holder


• Effective Communication


• Excellent Time Management


• IT Proficiency

DESIRABLE

• Level 3 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience


• Irtec Technician Licence Holder

What's next

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.