Workshop Manager PTS

Atlas Copco; Daventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial solutions provider in Daventry seeks a Workshop Manager to oversee operations, manage technicians, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in workshop management, strong technical knowledge, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a benefits package including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement benefits, fostering a collaborative and inclusive working environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Free parking

On-site gym

Qualifications

• Proven experience in workshop management or a similar supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge preferred in Diesel Generators, Portable Air compressors.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the workshop.
• Manage a team of technicians and maintain equipment.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Workshop management

Technical knowledge in Diesel Generators

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Health and safety regulations knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

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The role

The Workshop Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring efficient workflow, high-quality standards, and compliance with health and safety regulations. This role involves managing a team of technicians, scheduling work, maintaining equipment, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Main responsibilities

• Operational Management
  • Plan, organise, and supervise all workshop activities to meet customer deadlines and service KPI.
  • Allocate resources effectively to maximise productivity and minimise downtime.
• Team Leadership
  • Lead, motivate, and develop workshop staff, ensuring training and performance standards are met.
  • Conduct regular team meetings and provide feedback to improve efficiency.
• Quality Control
  • Ensure all work meets company standards and customer requirements.
• Health & Safety Compliance
  • Maintain a safe working environment in line with legal and company policies.
  • Conduct risk assessments and enforce safety protocols.
• Inventory & Equipment Management
  • Oversee ordering and maintenance of stock levels of parts and consumables.
  • Ensure all tools and machinery are maintained and calibrated.
• Customer Service
  • Liaise with clients to provide updates on work progress and resolve issues promptly.
  • Ensure timely delivery of services and maintain high customer satisfaction.

To succeed, you will need

• Proven experience in workshop management or a similar supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge preferred in Diesel Generators, Portable Air compressors, De-watering pumps, Lighting Towers, Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Proficient in scheduling and workflow management systems.
• Must work at a high level with Microsoft Office suite.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Location

You will be located in Daventry, or in close proximity.

In return, we can offer you

• A satisfying career - we are passionate about the development & progression of our employees and have high goals regarding equal opportunities and the promotion of females within our business.
• We offer a benefits package including health insurance, paid leave, retirement benefits, free parking and an on-site gym.
• We offer a diverse working environment that is collaborative and aims to create a workplace where you will be valued, proud, empowered, respected, developed and rewarded.
• Your chance to be proud of contributing to leading innovative 'power' solutions.

About our company

Atlas Copco Power Technique forms part of the Atlas Copco group, which was established in Sweden in 1873. Atlas Copco Power Technique has its UK head office in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. Atlas Copco Power Technique in the UK is made up of a small, dedicated team of outstanding employees who support our distributors and customers with our wide range of solutions. The operations within the UK are, for the most part, dedicated to sales, service and installation. The business objectives are to focus consistently on the customer in all areas of activity - including product development. The company is committed to the professional development of all employees and strives to provide every possible opportunity to enhance their competence. This role forms part of a team of Service Engineers covering the country working on our complete range of portable compressors, generators, pumps, lighting towers & battery storage systems.

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