Workshop Manager

Pertemps North West and North Wales; Warrington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus scheme

Company pension

Life assurance

Annual leave increasing with service

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Free annual health checks

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Paid professional membership fees

Annual volunteering day

Job summary

Pertemps North West and North Wales is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to oversee maintenance, servicing and repair of specialist light plant and equipment used in airfield operations.

The role combines practical mechanical work with coordinating workshop activities, preventative maintenance, and mobile breakdown support across multiple sites, ensuring safety, reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience as Plant Fitter, Mechanical Engineer or Field Service Engineer working with light plant and specialist equipment.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical fault-finding skills.
• Full UK driving licence is essential

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical faults.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance, inspections and safety checks.
• Attend airfield sites to resolve equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports and compliance documentation.
• Source specialist parts, manage critical spares and liaise with suppliers.
• Support equipment testing, commissioning, upgrades and modifications.
• Undertake minor fabrication work and coordinate external fabrication requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised workshop and service vehicle.
• Provide technical advice, toolbox talks and basic maintenance training to operational staff.
• Coordinate external fitter support and supervise or mentor apprentices where required.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety requirements and relevant regulations

Skills

Plant Fitter

Mechanical Engineer

Field Service Engineer

Job description

Role: Workshop Manager

Location: WA1, Warrington

Pay: Up to 70k per annum (DOE)

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00

Contract: Permanent

Our client are seeking an experienced, hands-on Workshop Manager to oversee the maintenance, servicing and repair of specialist light plant and equipment used in airfield saw cutting, drilling, and hot and cold sealant application.

The role combines practical mechanical work with responsibility for coordinating workshop activities, managing planned preventative maintenance and providing mobile breakdown support across multiple sites. You will play a key role in ensuring all equipment remains safe, reliable and fully operational, while minimising downtime and maintaining high standards of safety, quality and efficiency.

Benefits of a Workshop Manager:

• Competitive salary.
• Specialist training and development opportunities.
• Generous annual leave, increasing with service, with the option to buy additional leave.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Company pension and life assurance.
• Occupational sick pay and enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free annual health checks.
• Discounted gym membership and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Paid professional membership fees.
• Annual volunteering day and company events.

Duties of an experienced Workshop Manager

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical faults.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance, inspections and safety checks.
• Attend airfield sites to resolve equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports and compliance documentation.
• Source specialist parts, manage critical spares and liaise with suppliers.
• Support equipment testing, commissioning, upgrades and modifications.
• Undertake minor fabrication work and coordinate external fabrication requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised workshop and service vehicle.
• Provide technical advice, toolbox talks and basic maintenance training to operational staff.
• Coordinate external fitter support and supervise or mentor apprentices where required.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety requirements and relevant regulations.

Experience of the successful Workshop Manager

• Experience as a Plant Fitter, Mechanical Engineer or Field Service Engineer working with light plant and specialist equipment.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical fault-finding skills.
• A practical, organised and proactive approach to maintenance and problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and travel to remote or secure sites.
• Good communication skills and the ability to coordinate work effectively.
• Full UK driving licence is essential