Workshop Manager

Workshop ManagerBased in Bishops Cleeve, GloucestershireFull-time, permanent positionCompetitive salary up to £50,000 DOEMonday-Friday, 7:00am-4:30pm, with alternate Saturdays, 7:00am-11:30amHGV Class 2 licence and Level 3 qualification requiredEx-Military candidates encouraged to applyTo find out more, call Beth on 07719 983 823 or emailAre you an experienced Workshop Manager with a strong background in HGV fleet maintenance? We're recruiting for a hands-on leadership role overseeing the day-to-day operation of a busy fleet workshop based predominantly in Bishops Cleeve.You'll lead a team of HGV Technicians and a Workshop Supervisor, ensuring the fleet remains safe, compliant and available while maintaining high standards of productivity, documentation and workshop organisation.About the Client:We're supporting an established UK organisation operating within the environmental services and waste management sector.The business offers a supportive and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to contribute ideas within a forward-thinking fleet operation.What You'll Be Doing:* Leading and supporting a team of HGV Technicians and a Workshop Supervisor* Managing the day-to-day operation of the fleet workshop* Creating a motivated, productive and high-performing team environment* Taking ownership of the R2C fleet maintenance system* Managing LOLER inspection processes and ensuring accurate records are maintained* Ensuring vehicle documentation is completed and signed off correctly* Maintaining compliance with company procedures and legal requirements* Proactively managing vehicle availability and minimising fleet downtime* Allocating labour and resources to improve workshop efficiency and output* Ensuring the workshop remains safe, clean and well organised* Monitoring workloads and ensuring maintenance activity is completed on time* Supporting the Bristol depot when required* Communicating technical information clearly to internal stakeholders* Promoting safe systems of work across the workshopWhat We Need From You:* Proven experience working in a workshop management or fleet maintenance leadership role* Experience managing HGV Technicians, Supervisors or skilled maintenance teams* A current HGV licence, with a minimum of Class 2 required* City & Guilds HGV Parts 1, 2 and 3, NVQ Level 3 or an equivalent qualification* Strong hands-on technical knowledge of HGVs and commercial vehicles* Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems* A good understanding of tachograph systems* Knowledge of vehicle compliance, Operator Licence requirements and legal documentation* Experience using R2C or a similar fleet maintenance system* Knowledge of LOLER inspection and compliance processes* Strong planning, workload management and organisational skills* A customer-focused approach with an understanding of commercial priorities* Confident written and verbal communication skills* The ability to engage, influence and communicate with people at all levels* A proactive approach to health, safety and workshop standards* Flexibility to travel between Bishops Cleeve and Bristol as requiredEx-Military candidates with experience in fleet management, vehicle maintenance, workshop supervision, REME engineering or technical leadership are encouraged to apply.If you'd like to discuss the opportunity in more detail, please call Beth on 07719 983 823 or email .TPBN1_UKTJ