Workshop Manager

TN United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an exciting automotive family as a Workshop Manager, where your passion for cars will thrive in a friendly environment. You will play a crucial role in managing and motivating a dedicated team, ensuring high performance and compliance with quality standards. This position offers the chance to implement training activities, optimize workshop resources, and contribute to a vibrant workplace culture. If you're eager to make a difference and grow within a dynamic company, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Motor industry experience in a similar role is essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement long-term training activities for workshop colleagues.
• Manage, coach, and motivate employees for high performance.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and quality control.

Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Job description

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Our clients are actively looking for enthusiastic individuals excited to join our ever-growing automotive family. If you’re passionate about cars, we’d love to welcome you to the team, where you will be part of a friendly environment and our exciting journey.

As a Workshop Manager, you will be welcomed into a friendly team and have the opportunity to work with an exciting brand.

What will you be doing?

1. Identify & implement long-term planning of training activities for workshop colleagues.
2. Carry out warranty repairs as directed, ensuring proper handling of materials.
3. Maintain resource plans for the workshop and develop concepts for load optimization.
4. Plan facilities, bays, machines, tools, and diagnosis installations for optimal workplace design.
5. Employ and induct new staff.
6. Manage, coach, and motivate employees to ensure high performance.
7. Set target agreements with employees and review progress through regular 1-2-1 meetings.
8. Monitor and optimize employee productivity and performance.
9. Plan job times and allocate tasks effectively within the workshop.
10. Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and quality control of all tasks.

What are we looking for?

1. Full UK Driving Licence.
2. Motor industry experience in a similar role is essential.
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Effective time management skills.
5. Attention to detail, good communication skills, and a passion for delivering excellent customer service.