We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Workshop Manager. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to oversee the daily operations of the workshop. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent organisational abilities, and a passion for driving team performance. You will be responsible for ensuring that all workshop activities run smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality.
Duties
* Supervise and lead a small team of workshop staff
* Manage daily operations, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management.
* Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies within the workshop.
* Maintain high standards of quality control and oversee the completion of projects on time. Checking items are correct before being sent out to the customer
* Handle administrative tasks such as inventory management, reporting, and record keeping.
* Develop and implement training programmes for staff to enhance skills and performance.
* Engage with clients to understand their needs and provide exceptional customer service. Visiting clients on a regular basis, delivering parts to them, ensuring parts arrive undamaged
* Machinery maintenance. Ensuring all machinery is running in a safe manner
* Utilise effective time management strategies to optimise productivity within the team.
What we are looking for-
* Proven experience ( a minimum of 5 years) in a supervisory or managerial role within a workshop or similar environment. You will ideally have worked in kitchen fitting/carpentry but this is not essential. A technical understanding of manufacturing processes is required
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to also be hands-on when deadlines need to be met
* Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in all aspects of work.
* Proficient in administrative tasks with strong phone etiquette for client interactions.
* Demonstrated experience in sales management is preferred but not essential.
* Ability to manage time effectively while prioritising multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
* Full clean driving licence (driving a manual van)
What's in it for you -
* A full time, permanent role
* Salary £37- £40k per annum
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