Workshop Manager

Shared Services Partnership; Winchester; Presencial; GBP 34.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working

Pension scheme

25 days holiday (rising to 28)

Induction and ongoing training

Descripción de la vacante

Hampshire County Council is seeking an HTM Workshop Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of the vehicle workshop at Micheldever. You will supervise technical staff, ensure servicing and maintenance meet high standards, and work with the Area Workshop Manager to improve service delivery and financial control.

You will manage staff development, safety compliance, and record-keeping while coordinating with suppliers and customers to maintain fleet availability and performance.

Formación

• Experience leading or supervising staff in a vehicle maintenance/engineering setting.
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge, including Duty of Care and transport legislation.
• Excellent organisational, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and customer liaison skills.
• Competent IT skills, including fleet management systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the daily operation of the workshop, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation and HCC policies.
• Act as on-site technical lead across vehicles, plant and manufacturers.
• Plan, schedule and oversee servicing, inspections and repairs to maintain fleet roadworthi- ness and availability.
• Allocate work and manage workflow to meet service times and quality standards.
• Act as Responsible Manager for site Health & Safety, including LOLER and PUWER.
• Lead and develop workshop staff and apprentices, addressing performance, wellbeing and training needs.
• Maintain accurate statutory, inspection and maintenance records and ensure audit readiness.
• Monitor budgets, control costs and support KPI reporting.
• Liaise with customers, manufacturers and suppliers on technical issues and service delivery.
• Ensure workshop readiness for emergency standby and winter maintenance.

Conocimientos

Staff management

Health & Safety

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

IT skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Adaptability

Customer liaison

Herramientas

Fleet management systems

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC625209
Salary Range: £34,273 - £37,570 per annum plus, Market Supplement of up to £6,000 per annum
Work Location: Hampshire Transport Management, Micheldever
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 21 October 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HTM Workshop Manager to join our Hampshire Transport Management (HTM) team.
Are you looking for a challenging and diverse leadership role, working as part of a friendly and supportive team, with the opportunity to make a real difference to the safety, efficiency, and performance of our vehicle workshop?

The Role:

As HTM Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant day-to-day operation of an HTM vehicle workshop. You will lead and manage workshop staff, ensuring all servicing, inspections, repairs and maintenance are carried out to the highest standards, in line with manufacturer guidance, statutory requirements and Hampshire County Council policies. Working closely with the Area Workshop Manager, you will contribute to consistent service delivery, customer satisfaction, financial control and continuous improvement across the workshop network.
You’ll provide direct management of technical staff and oversee day-to-day operations to deliver excellent results. You’ll play a key role in staff development, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement, as well as supporting the HTM Area Workshop Manager and collaborating with internal and external partners.

What you’ll do:

• Manage the daily operation of the workshop, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation, transport law and HCC policies.
• Act as on-site technical lead, providing expert guidance across a broad range of vehicles, plant and manufacturers.
• Plan, schedule and oversee servicing, inspections and repairs to maintain fleet roadworthiness and availability.
• Allocate work and manage workflow to deliver agreed service times and quality standards.
• Act as Responsible Manager for site Health & Safety, including LOLER and PUWER compliance.
• Lead, manage and develop workshop staff and apprentices, addressing performance, wellbeing and training needs.
• Maintain accurate statutory, inspection and maintenance records and ensure audit readiness.
• Monitor budgets, control costs and support accurate KPI and performance reporting.
• Liaise with customers, manufacturers and suppliers on technical issues and service delivery.
• Ensure workshop readiness for emergency standby and winter maintenance operations.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience managing or supervising staff in a vehicle maintenance or engineering environment.
• Strong Health and Safety knowledge, including Duty of Care and transport legislation.
• Excellent organisational, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and customer liaison abilities.
• Competent IT skills, including fleet management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Adaptability, resilience, and effective decision-making under pressure.
• Experience driving LGV or D1 vehicles is desirable.
• MOT tester qualification is desirable.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Why join us?

We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
• Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Flexible working arrangements, including the potential for occasional home working (with approval).
• Generous pension scheme.
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days raising to 28 days after 5 years of service.
  

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!
To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package.

Additional Information:

Workshop Manager Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Jamie Jerrim, Workshop Operations Manager on [e-mail]

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