Posted: 18 June
The role
Automotive Service and Workshop Manager
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Location: Blackburn, West Lothian
Salary: £50,000 Basic + Pension + Death in Service + Long-Term Career Development
Dunwall are working on behalf of a well-established, family-run materials handling business with an excellent reputation across Scotland.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Service Manager, Workshop Manager or Aftersales Manager looking to take ownership of a busy service operation within a stable and growing business.
Our client specialises in forklift sales, servicing, repairs, hire and materials handling solutions and has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional service to customers across Scotland.
What's on Offer
£50,000 basic salary (reviewed annually)
Monday to Friday working hours
Company pension scheme
Death in Service benefit
25 days annual leave plus 9 public holidays
Company mobile phone provided
Company workwear supplied
Stable, supportive working environment
Long-term career prospects within a growing business
Opportunity to play a key role within the senior operational team
The Role
As Automotive Service and Workshop Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the service department, managing a team of 8 field service engineers alongside workshop activities at the company's depot.
You will coordinate servicing, maintenance, repairs and breakdown activities, ensuring engineers are deployed efficiently while maintaining excellent levels of customer service.
The role will involve regular communication with customers, engineers, suppliers and internal departments, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
You will also oversee the maintenance and availability of the company's hire fleet, workshop operations, health & safety compliance and overall service performance.
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, this position offers a high level of responsibility and autonomy within a respected and growing business. xsngvjr
Managers Considered From Backgrounds Including:
Forklift & Materials Handling
Plant & Construction Equipment
Agricultural Machinery
HGV & Commercial Vehicles
Automotive Aftersales & Service Operations
Heavy Equipment & Industrial Machinery
Fleet Maintenance & Engineering Services
We're Looking For
Previous experience in a Service Manager, Workshop Manager or Aftersales Management role
Experience managing engineers, technicians or workshop teams
Strong planning, scheduling and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise workloads and manage customer expectations
Good commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
Knowledge of workshop health & safety requirements
Strong communication and leadership skills
Interested
If you're an experienced Service Manager looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected and supportive business, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or contact Dunwall for a confidential discussion.
