Plant Workshop Manager /Supervisor in Eversley

Plant Workshop Manager /Supervisor We are seeking an experienced and proactive Plant Workshop Manager / Supervisor to manage the effective day‑to‑day operation of our plant workshop. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, proven team management, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to maintaining safe, efficient, and high‑quality workshop operations from our Eversley Plant Workshops. You will be responsible for managing a small team, driving preventative maintenance, minimising downtime, and ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and legislative requirements. Key Responsibilities: * Recruit and manage a small team of mechanics and welders, providing clear instruction and effectively allocating workloads. * Ensure the implementation of the plant management systems, including the utilisation and adoption of tablets for engineers and welders. * Support warranty claims and ensure all servicing and repairs are completed efficiently, cost‑effectively, and in line with preventative maintenance best practice. * Ensure all 12‑monthly inspections are carried out thoroughly, including auditing and managerial sign‑off. * Provide strong HSQE leadership, promoting and reinforcing safe working practices to reduce risks, incidents, and injuries across the workshop. * Minimise plant downtime by ensuring efficient repair planning, effective prioritisation, and maximised plant availability. * Support engineers with diagnosing complex mechanical faults and developing appropriate repair solutions. * Record and track all damage charges, including labour and parts usage. * Organise the timely and efficient repair and maintenance of all plant equipment. * Work closely with the Parts Controller to manage stock levels effectively and reduce repair and servicing costs. * Provide strong HSQE leadership, promoting and reinforcing safe working practices to reduce risks, incidents, and injuries across the workshop The Successful candidate will have: * Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role as Workshop Manager or Supervisor. * Demonstrable career progression (e.g., Fitter → Supervisor/Manager). * NVQ in Plant Maintenance or equivalent qualification. * Strong people management, coaching, and delegation skills. * A proactive approach with the ability to lead and implement positive change. * Good understanding of plant legislation, industry standards, and compliance requirements. * Experience of using Syrinx plant management system desirable. What’s on Offer: * A competitive salary depending upon experience * Pension Scheme * Life assurance (4 x Salary) * Health cash plan * 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) * Training & development opportunities * Supportive team operating as part a family run business with free company social events