Workshop Manager

Proactive Global; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in England is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to oversee all workshop activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. You will lead and motivate a diverse team, plan resources efficiently, and maintain a safe working environment. A strong background in electrical and mechanical builds, along with leadership skills, is essential for success in this challenging role that offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Company car

23 days holiday, increasing with service

Bonus and pension scheme

4.5-day working week

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Workshop Manager or in a similar role.
• Strong background in electrical and mechanical build environments.
• Confident leader with decision-making and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all workshop activities from goods-in to dispatch.
• Motivate and manage workshop staff across multiple workstreams.
• Plan resources and workload to meet project schedules.
• Ensure a safe and compliant workshop environment.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification

Job description

A rare opportunity for an experienced Workshop Manager to take full ownership of a busy, technically complex workshop environment.

This role is all about control, delivery and leadership. You will run the workshop end to end, making sure work is planned properly, resources are used smartly and projects are delivered on time, on budget and to a high standard.

What you'll be doing

• Running all workshop activity from goods‑in through to build, test, pack and dispatch
• Managing and motivating workshop staff across multiple workstreams
• Planning resources, space and workload to meet demanding project schedules
• Working closely with project, purchasing and test teams to keep jobs moving
• Managing costs, tracking budget vs actual and fixing issues before they escalate
• Ensuring a safe, compliant and well‑organised workshop environment

Projects range from small, short‑term builds to large, high‑value, multi‑year programmes. Equipment varies from bench‑top assemblies to large, heavy floor‑mounted cabinets.

Occasional out‑of‑hours work may be required to meet project deadlines.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Workshop Manager or similar role in manufacturing or engineering
• Strong background in electrical and mechanical build environments
• Confident leader who can prioritise, make decisions and drive standards
• Comfortable juggling multiple projects with competing demands
• Solid communicator, practical thinker, hands‑on when needed
• Proficient in MS Office
• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification, ideally degree level

Security requirement

Due to the nature of some projects, candidates must be able to pass BPSS clearance and hold a British or dual British passport.

The package

• £45,000 to £50,000 salary depending on experience
• Company car
• 23 days holiday, increasing with service
• Bonus and pension scheme
• 4.5‑day working week