Workshop Manager - Fleet & Plant Equipment

Dawsongroup Plc; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset rental company in Brighouse is seeking a Workshop Manager to oversee operations, lead a skilled team, and ensure the maintenance of fleet and plant equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience in LCVs or HGVs, strong leadership skills, and engineering qualifications. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and benefits including generous leave and training support.

Benefits

Up to 29 days leave plus bank holidays

2x life assurance scheme

Internal progression pathways

Funded training and development support

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven background in LCVs, HGVs, or plant equipment.
• Calm under pressure and capable of setting clear priorities.
• Strong background as a Service Engineer or Fitter.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workshop operations for maximum output and quality.
• Lead safety-first culture and conduct weekly audits.
• Manage workshop team performance and mentoring.

Skills

Workshop operations management

Team leadership

Mechanical mindset

Performance mentoring

Diagnostics tools

Education

Engineering qualifications (City & Guilds or NVQ preferred)

Job description

Overview

You'll be at the heart of our Brighouse operation, leading a skilled team and ensuring that our fleet and plant equipment are kept in top condition. From planning and compliance to people management and audits, this is a hands-on role that blends leadership with technical know-how.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workshop operations, ensuring maximum output and quality
• Lead safety-first culture and complete weekly audits across sites
• Manage workshop team performance, mentoring and upskilling where needed
• Monitor and maintain high service standards across all equipment
• Contribute to planning and stock readiness with weekly yard checks
• Be a hands-on leader with a mechanical mindset and a proven background in LCVs, HGVs or plant equipment
• Previous experience as a Workshop Manager or Supervisor in a similar setting
• Strong background as a Service Engineer or Fitter on LCVs, HGVs or Plant & Equipment
• Preferably competent in using diagnostic tools and maintenance systems
• Engineering qualifications (City & Guilds or NVQ preferred)
• Calm under pressure and confident in setting clear team priorities

About Your Future

We offer more than just a job—we support long-term growth, learning and wellbeing. You'll join a team that values your contribution and helps you thrive.

Company & Benefits

Dawsongroup EMC is part of Dawsongroup, one of Europe's leading asset rental businesses. We supply and maintain essential equipment across the municipal, utility and construction sectors, from road sweepers and refuse vehicles to gully tankers and more. With 90 years as a family business and over 50 years in asset rental, we're proud to offer long-term careers that grow with you.

• Over 1,000 employees across 11 countries
• 32,000+ high-quality assets in our rental fleet
• Strong reputation for safety, innovation and service
• Committed to investing in people and infrastructure
• Up to 29 days leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• 2x life assurance scheme
• Internal progression pathways across the UK and internationally
• Funded training and development support
• Cycle to work scheme and wellbeing support programmes

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

Dawsongroup plc is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.