Workshop Manager

Aspire Defence Services Limited; Warminster; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 25 days + bank holidays

Pension plan matched up to 6%

Life insurance & personal accident

Employee Benefits Portal

Recognition program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Aspire Defence Services Limited in Warminster is seeking a Workshop Manager to lead and manage the Transport Services, Equipment Support and Equipment Care Workshop at Warminster Garrison. You will ensure the safe, effective and compliant delivery of contractual services while maintaining high customer satisfaction and operational performance, within a tobacco-free garrison environment.

Qualifications include Engineering Technician status and Level 3 Motor Vehicle Engineering, with a full

Qualifications

• Engineering Technician status and Level 3 Motor Vehicle Engineering qualification.
• Vehicle inspection qualifications and IOSH Working Safely certification.
• Category C licence and ability to obtain MOD security clearance.
• Experience using JAMES at Repair Manager and Senior Equipment Manager levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe, compliant and effective delivery of workshop services to contractual requirements and KPIs.
• Manage health, safety and environmental compliance, promoting risk management.
• Provide technical leadership and advice on engineering, compliance and audits.
• Ensure workshop documentation, management systems and regulatory requirements are maintained.
• Lead, coach and develop team members; support performance management and workforce planning.
• Build strong customer relationships and communicate priorities through team briefings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Performance orientation

Continuous improvement

Team development

Customer service

Education

Engineering Technician status

Level 3 Motor Vehicle Engineering qualification

Vehicle inspection qualifications

Engineering Supervisor Authority

IOSH Working Safely certification

Category C driving licence

Tools

JAMES System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our Team as a Workshop Manager at Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL)

Salary: Up to £47,500 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, no weekends

Location: Warminster

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven Workshop Manager to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer:

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday
• Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%
• Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover
• Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets
• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements
• Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

As Workshop Manager, you will lead and manage the Transport Services, Equipment Support and Equipment Care Workshop at Warminster Garrison, ensuring the safe, effective and compliant delivery of contractual services while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction and operational performance.

Your Role:

• You will be leading the safe, compliant and effective delivery of workshop services in line with contractual requirements and key performance indicators.
• You will be managing health, safety and environmental compliance, promoting risk management and supporting a strong safety culture.
• You will be providing technical leadership, subject matter expertise and advice on engineering, compliance and audit requirements.
• You will be ensuring workshop documentation, management systems and regulatory requirements are maintained to required standards.
• You will be leading, coaching and developing team members, supporting performance management, recruitment and workforce planning.
• You will be building strong customer relationships and communicating operational priorities through team briefings and engagement activities.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: You will hold Engineering Technician status within the motor vehicle engineering industry, a Level 3 Motor Vehicle Engineering qualification, relevant vehicle inspection qualifications, Engineering Supervisor Authority (or the ability to attain it), IOSH Working Safely certification, a full Category C driving licence, and experience using JAMES at Repair Manager and Senior Equipment Manager level.
• Experience: You will have extensive experience working with wheeled vehicles and military or commercial workshops, alongside a strong understanding of Equipment Support systems, standards and publications. You will be confident interpreting technical documentation, using diagnostic systems and Microsoft Office applications, and must be able to obtain Ministry of Defence Security Clearance.
• Skills: You will demonstrate strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to drive performance, support continuous improvement, develop effective teams, deliver excellent customer service and adapt positively to changing operational requirements.

Additional Information:

• The Garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.
• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.
• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.