Workshop Manager

Merseyfire; Sefton; On-site; GBP 39,862 - 42,839; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday

Contributory pension

Occupational Health services

Job summary

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead the busy Transport Workshop at the Engineering Centre, Bootle. You will oversee repairs, servicing and modifications, set service schedules, and ensure all vehicles are repaired in line with current legislation and procedures.

Strong communication and ICT skills are essential. The role includes maintaining vehicle records, investigating health and safety matters, liaising with manufacturers about parts lead

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy workshop.
• Ability to authorise repairs, servicing and modifications.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety, service scheduling, and compliance with legislation.

Responsibilities

• Authorise repairs, servicing and modification tasks.
• Advise on safe stowage of vehicles, set service schedules and ensure repairs comply with legislation.
• Maintain vehicle records and documentation; investigate health and safety matters; liaise with manufacturers for lead times on spare parts.

Job description

About The Role

Workshop Manager - Engineering Centre

Salary £39, 862- £42,839plus annual retention allowance of £3063 and £347.11 per month call out allowance

Hours:35 hours per week

Location:Engineering Centre Vesty Road, Bootle. Merseyside

We are looking to recruit an experienced Workshop Manager to manage our busy Transport Workshop. The role entails overall responsibility for the operation of the Workshop facility.

Key duties include; authorising repairs, servicing and modification tasks. Other duties include, advising in relation to the safe stowage of vehicles, setting service schedules, and ensuring all vehicles are repaired in accordance with current legislation and operating procedures.

Furthermore, there is a requirement to manage the maintenance of all vehicle records and documentation, undertake investigations on any health and safety matters and liaise with manufactures and suppliers regarding leadtimes for spare parts.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to use initiative, meet and set agreed timescales and good ICT skills are essential.

Please note due to the operational requirements of the role, there is an expectation that the post-holder will work flexibly to meet these requirements. There is also a requirement to be part of a 24 hour callout rota.

What can we offer you?

• 23 days' holiday, (rising to 28 days after 5 years' service) plus Bank holidays and 2 additional Extra Statutory days added to the holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension by both the employee and by MFRS
• Excellent Occupational Health services and Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 9th August 2026

Interview:TBC

About Us

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) is at the forefront of public safety and emergency response, serving the vibrant communities of Merseyside with dedication and professionalism. Our mission is to protect, prevent, and respond-ensuring the safety and well-being of the public, both in times of crisis and through proactive community engagement. With a proud history and a strong sense of purpose, we operate across a diverse region that includes bustling urban centers, industrial hubs, and serene rural areas. Our highly skilled and committed teams work tirelessly to provide fire and rescue services, enforce fire safety regulations, and deliver critical prevention and education programs.

PENSION CONSIDERATIONS

Annual Allowance

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd - website - lppapensions.co.uk, Annual Allowance Information - Annual Allowance)

Lifetime Allowance

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd - website - lppapensions.co.uk, Lifetime Allowance Information - Lifetime Allowance)

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Safeguarding

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.