Workshop Plant Manager

Bennett and Game Careers; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in plant hire located in Weston-super-Mare seeks an experienced Workshop Manager to oversee daily operations across multiple workshops. The successful candidate will manage teams to ensure timely maintenance, implement procedures for efficiency, and drive operational improvements. Leadership skills and knowledge of safety standards are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and experience managing teams.
• Ability to drive operational improvements.
• Knowledge of safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workshop operations with supervisors.
• Implement standardised procedures for efficiency.
• Plan and manage preventative maintenance schedules.
• Liaise with the Hire Desk for alignment with schedules.
• Lead and manage workshop teams for effective maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Operational improvements

Safety compliance

Job description

We are working with a leading provider in the plant hire and construction support services industry, who are seeking an experienced professional to step into the role of Workshop Manager covering multiple workshops around the Weston Super Mare area.

This position plays a key role in leading and managing workshop operations across multiple depots, with responsibility for teams of supervisors, fitters, and wash bay valets. You will oversee day-to-day performance, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and deliver efficient turnaround of plant equipment.

The successful candidate will be a strong leader with the ability to drive operational improvements, consistency, and quality, ultimately helping to maximise equipment uptime and support business-wide efficiency.

Workshop Plant Manager Job Overview

• Oversee daily workshop operations with Supervisors, ensuring timely and high-quality maintenance and repairs.
• Implement standardised procedures to ensure consistent efficiency and reliability across all workshops.
• Plan and manage preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and maximise fleet reliability.
• Liaise with the Hire Desk to align workshop readiness with bookings and delivery schedules.
• Lead and manage workshop teams, ensuring effective delivery of maintenance, inspections, and repairs.

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