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Workshop manager

Great Yarmouth
James Fisher and Sons plc
Workshop manager
€47,500 a year
Posted: 22h ago
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Great Yarmouth, Norfolk - Permanent position.


The Role

To oversee and optimise the maintenance operations of all equipment and products at the Great Yarmouth global hub. Foster a proactive and positive work environment, ensuring a culture of excellence and accountability and lead the team with a "can-do" attitude, driving efficiency and innovation to achieve operational goals.


Principle Accountabilities

* Leadership and Maintenance: Oversee the planned and preventative maintenance of all equipment, ensuring zero breakdowns through hands‑on leadership. Strive for the highest standards of mechanical reliability and aesthetic appearance.
* Inventory and Load Out: Take overall responsibility for the accurate and timely load out of inventory as per project design proposals and load out lists. Coordinate with certifying authorities for equipment release.
* Equipment Refurbishment: Develop and implement plans to refurbish equipment that does not meet mechanical or presentation standards. Ensure all equipment is certified and available to customers, arranging recertification as needed.
* Technician Coaching: Mentor and coach technicians, sharing your skills and knowledge to support their development and your career progression.
* Reporting and Documentation: Complete and maintain all necessary Integrated Management System reports as required by company procedures for maintenance planning and task completion.
* Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all hoses, ancillary equipment, and calibration tools are maintained according to job requirements and company procedures.
* Quality Control: Oversee the service records and paperwork completed by technicians.
* Safety and Meetings: Manage daily toolbox talks and weekly safety meetings, ensuring thorough documentation and implementation.
* Culture and Work Ethic: Foster a positive work culture as outlined in the job description. Be prepared to work overtime and weekends to meet deadlines.
* Team Management: Oversee the general management of the workshop team.
* Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection: Ensure all activities prioritise the health and safety of everyone involved, protect the environment, and prevent pollution.
* Quality and Professionalism: Perform all work to the highest standards of quality and professionalism, adhering to the company's integrated management system.
* Training and Development: Identify personal training needs, communicate them to the departmental manager, and take advantage of available training opportunities.


Skills & Experience

Good offshore field experience in well testing or equipment operation.

Supervisory Skills: Proven ability to lead a team of mechanics/operators to maximise performance and output. Preferred ability to delegate tasks effectively to achieve necessary goals.

Task Management: Capable of handling a variety of tasks and priorities in line with business requirements.


You Will Need

* NVQ level 3 or equivalent mechanical/electrical qualification, a strong background in diesel engines.
* Proficiency in computer applications such as PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
* This role is to be based at our Great Yarmouth location; therefore you will need to live within a commutable distance to here.


Equal Opportunity Employer

James Fisher & Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

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