Workshop Manager

Bennett and Game; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the construction industry is seeking a Workshop Manager for their Bedford Depot. This role involves overseeing workshop operations, managing a skilled team, and ensuring equipment maintenance meets the highest standards. Candidates must have a City & Guilds or NVQ in Plant Maintenance and proven leadership experience. The salary ranges from £45,000 to £50,000 depending on experience, with additional employee benefits and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extra day off for birthday

Career progression opportunities

Access to a wide range of employee benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in workshop leadership.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• A valid UK driving licence (max 3 points).
• IT-literate and confident in using workshop systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the workshop and yard teams.
• Schedule and review maintenance activities including inspections and repairs.
• Ensure timely turnaround of equipment to meet customer demand.
• Maintain strong workshop stock control and ordering processes.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organisational abilities

Time management

Analytical thinking

Coaching ability

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance

Tools

Workshop systems

Job description

Our client is a leading supplier for telehandlers and roto‑telehandlers to the construction industry and they are looking for a Workshop Manager to join their Bedford Depot and take ownership of all workshop operations.

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.

In this role, you'll report directly to the Depot Manager and lead a skilled team of Fitters and Yard Staff.

You'll ensure their equipment is maintained to the highest standards, ready for hire, and fully compliant with industry regulations.

From planning daily workloads to upholding safety and 5S standards, you'll play a vital role in delivering operational excellence.

Workshop Manager Job Overview

• Lead, manage, and develop the workshop and yard teams.
• Schedule, assign, and review planned maintenance activities including PDI's, LOLER inspections, and general repairs.
• Ensure timely turnaround of equipment to meet customer demand.
• Maintain strong workshop stock control and ordering processes.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Depot and National Operations Managers to maximize fleet availability.

Deputise for the Depot Manager when required.

Workshop Manager Job Requirements

• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) preferably broad knowledge of plant equipment and maintenance techniques.
• Proven experience in workshop leadership.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• IT‑literate and confident in using workshop systems.
• A valid UK driving licence (max 3 points).
• A proactive, resilient attitude to changing priorities.
• An ability to coach and motivate others.
• Strong analytical thinking and decision‑making skills.

Workshop Manager Salary & Benefits

£45,000-£50,000 salary dependant on experience.

Monday‑Friday 06:00 - 17:00.

52.5 hours per week.

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

An extra day off for your birthday.

A great team environment with career progression.

Access to a wide range of employee benefits.