We’re looking for a Workshop Manager to head up the workshop at our Tuxford depot. Working alongside our Operations Manager, you’ll be the one making sure the day-to-day happens; keeping morale high, the workflow moving, and the standards where they need to be. It’s a role for someone who knows how to support a team and run a smooth operation without letting a customer or a teammate down.
Working hours: 7am to 5pm
What you’ll be doing
* Keeping the bays moving: Coordinating the daily workload to ensure the workshop runs efficiently and jobs stay on track.
* Setting the standard: Leading by example so the team takes as much pride in the finish as you do.
* Fair and consistent: Rewarding hard work and having the confidence to correct things when quality slips.
* Supporting the team: Acting as the go‑to for technical advice and solving problems with your fitters.
* Technical authority: Acting as the key link between the workshop and the office, providing guidance on specialist trailers like Nooteboom, Goldhofer, Faymonville, and Doll.
* Operational control: Keeping a steady hand on the “numbers”, reviewing incoming work, providing accurate job quotes, and ensuring the workshop remains productive.
* Safety and standards: Ensuring every job meets DVSA and customer compliance.
What you’ll bring
* Solid foundation: Extensive experience in heavy haulage, abnormal load trailers, or a strong engineering background.
* Leading the Team: The ability to manage the lads and keep the workshop moving while still being happy to get stuck in when needed.
* Commercial common sense: You’re comfortable talking numbers and understand how a well‑managed workload translates into a successful business.
* Reliability: A genuine belief in doing a job properly and not letting your teammates down.
* Strong communication: The ability to talk clearly and effectively with the office, the stores team, and your fitters.
What you’ll get
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays
* 24/7 life insurance at 2.5x annual pay
* Additional holidays and enhanced sick pay with service
* Competitive pay based on experience
* Pension and well‑being support
* Training opportunities to help you build your skills
Why Hutchinson’s
Hutchinson is a long‑standing and well‑respected local business. We look after our people, invest in our equipment and facilities and believe in doing a job properly. If you value pride, quality and teamwork, you’ll feel at home here.
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