Workshop Manager

Nicholas Associates Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive services firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to oversee the technical delivery and operations of its engine department. This hands-on role involves engine rebuilding, team leadership, and strategic management of the workshop. Ideal candidates will have solid experience in automotive engine work and workshop management, with strong communication skills. The company prioritizes diversity and is open to applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with rebuilding and tuning automotive engines.
• Proven leadership experience in a workshop or main dealership.
• Effective communication skills with a focus on delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of engine rebuilds and refreshes.
• Manage the workshop plan, resources, and priorities.
• Drive efficiency and productivity in the engine department.

Skills

Hands-on experience building automotive engines

Workshop leadership or management experience

Confident communicator

Proficient with ERP systems

Proficient with MS Office

Job description

• Job Reference: JN -022026-64311_1770390368

We're looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to lead the technical delivery and day-to-day operation of our engine department. This is a hands-on role, combining engine build work with team leadership, scheduling, and continuous improvement.

What you'll do

• Own delivery of engine rebuilds and refreshes to schedule and quality targets
• Be hands-on with engine builds when required
• Set and manage the workshop plan, resources, and priorities
• Lead engine failure analysis and non-conformance actions
• Manage dyno operations, ECU/data analysis, and technical support
• Drive department efficiency, productivity, and H&S standards
• Lead, develop, and performance-manage the engine team
• Create and maintain SOPs, quality standards, and training plans
• Work closely with R&D, production, quality, and operations

What we're looking for

• Hands-on experience building, rebuilding, and tuning automotive engines
• Proven workshop leadership or management experience in a main dealership or similar environment
• Confident communicator with a practical, delivery-focused mindset
• Comfortable using ERP systems and MS Office

This role suits someone who enjoys leading from the front, takes ownership of standards and results, and wants real influence over how a high-performance engine workshop runs.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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For more information on this vacancy please contact uson 07856 919293.