Workshop Manager

We’re working with a well-established plant hire business to recruit an experienced Workshop Manager for a depot based in Bedfordshire.

This is a senior, hands-on role, responsible for leading the workshop and yard teams and ensuring the fleet is safe, compliant, well-maintained and turned around quickly. You’ll sit at the heart of depot operations, working closely with the Depot Manager to keep availability high and standards high.

The role

• Lead and manage the workshop and all fleet maintenance activity

• Plan, allocate and review work for fitters and yard staff

• Oversee PDI’s, servicing, LOLER inspections and damage repairs

• Drive “ready for rent” standards across the fleet

• Coach and mentor the fitter team to improve performance and capability

• Manage workshop stock levels and parts availability

• Champion health & safety and 5S standards across the depot

• React proactively to due-for-delivery reports to avoid delays

• Liaise with senior operations to maximise fleet availability

• Deputise for the Depot Manager when required

What we’re looking for

• NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent)

• Strong, hands-on knowledge of plant machinery

• Proven experience in a workshop leadership or supervisory role

• Confident planning workloads and managing people

• Organised, decisive and solutions-focused

• Strong communication skills and a practical mindset

• Full UK driving licence (max 3 points)

What’s on offer

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience

• Monday to Friday working hours (07:30 – 17:00)

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Additional day off for your birthday

• Stable, well-run operation with clear structure and support

If you’re an experienced workshop professional ready to step into a key leadership role within plant hire, we’d love to hear from you.