Workshop Manager

ASI Recruitment Ltd; Horsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established automotive workshop in Horsham is seeking an experienced Workshop / Site Manager to oversee day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will manage a team of technicians and engage with customers to ensure service excellence. This role offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £45,000, a Monday to Friday work schedule, and a strong work-life balance. The workshop uses digital systems for efficiency and organisation, making it a modern work environment.

Benefits

20 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Additional Christmas shutdown

Stable, guaranteed income

Strong work-life balance

Qualifications

• Previous motor trade experience is essential.
• Proven background in a supervisory or management role.
• Confident managing technicians and workshop workflow.
• Comfortable using digital workshop management systems.
• Professional, organised, and customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the smooth operation of the workshop.
• Act as key link between technicians, customers, and front-of-house.
• Manage and support a team of 5 technicians.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and productivity.

Skills

Motor trade experience

Team management

Digital workshop management systems

Customer service

Job description

Workshop / Site Manager

Independent Automotive Workshop

“Technology supports the work – leadership drives it.”

We are recruiting on behalf of a well‑established independent automotive workshop seeking an experienced Workshop / Site Manager to take full control of the day‑to‑day running of the business.

The Role

You will be responsible for the smooth operation of the workshop, acting as the key link between technicians, customers, and front‑of‑house.

• Full workshop control and daily site management
• Managing and supporting a team of 5 technicians
• Loading and planning the workshop to maximise efficiency
• Speaking directly with customers when required
• Supporting the Service Advisor and assisting front‑of‑house operations
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, productivity, and customer service

About the Business

• Independent workshop with a mixed range of vehicle brands
• Fully digitised systems, using Autowork Online
• Modern processes and organised workflow
• Monday–Friday operation only – no Saturdays

Hours & Package

• Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
• £40,000 – £45,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
• No bonus – stable, guaranteed income
• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Additional Christmas shutdown

About You

• Previous motor trade experience is essential
• Proven background in a supervisory or management role
• Confident managing technicians and workshop workflow
• Comfortable using digital workshop management systems
• Professional, organised, and customer‑focused

Why Apply?

• A strong work–life balance
• A modern, paperless working environment
• Autonomy to manage and shape the workshop day to day
• A secure role with no weekend working

Other Opportunities

If you are looking for something else in the automotive sector, please get in touch, as at ASI Automotive Recruitment we make it our mission to find the right job for you.

Referral Scheme

Not a Workshop Manager? Know someone who is? We will pay £75 vouchers of your choice for a successful recommendation. If you’re interested or know of someone that might be, please get in touch.

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