Workshop Manager

Job ID: AD67 Job title: Workshop Manager Location: Weston-Super-Mare Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + company vehicle Industry: Tool and Plant Hire Job type: Full time, permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week, flexible working times. Join a Leader in Construction Equipment Hire Our client is a trusted, rapidly expanding supplier of self-drive and operated construction equipment across the UK. As they continue to grow their Southwest Field Service team, they are seeking experienced and motivated engineers to join their operation. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with an extensive range of advanced machinery in a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking environment. Job Purpose You will take ownership of the management and performance of workshops across the depot network, leading workshop supervisors, fitters, and wash bay valeters. This role focuses on delivering operational excellence through consistent service standards, strict safety compliance, and timely equipment turnaround. Your goal will be to drive continuous improvement, maximise uptime, and optimise operational efficiency across the fleet. Main Responsibilities Workshop Operations Management * Work closely with Workshop Supervisors to oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient, high-quality maintenance and repairs of plant equipment. * Implement and maintain standardised operating procedures across all locations for reliability and efficiency. * Develop and execute preventative maintenance programmes (PHI, PDI, and Service schedules) to reduce downtime and enhance fleet reliability. * Coordinate with the Hire Desk to align workshop readiness with hire schedules, proactively communicating any potential service delays. Operational & Technical Oversight * Manage planned maintenance, technical service delivery, and fast, effective responses to breakdowns, services, and inspections. * Ensure accurate fault diagnosis, reporting, and repair of both chargeable and non-chargeable damage. * Maintain precise, up-to-date records of safety inspections and certifications. * Enforce strict compliance with health & safety regulations, company policies, and industry best practices. * Collaborate with Workshop Management to maintain an efficient parts stock control system—avoiding overstock while ensuring timely availability. Budget Management * Control plant maintenance expenditure within budgetary limits, identifying opportunities for cost savings. * Ensure all chargeable damage is accurately assessed, documented, and processed within required timelines. Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement * Set and monitor KPIs to track reliability, cost-efficiency, and operational performance. * Review and refine processes, standards, and resources to drive service quality and operational excellence. Skills and Attributes * Proven experience managing multiple workshops within the plant industry * Proactive, solution-focused mindset with outstanding organisational skills * Solid understanding of health & safety legislation and best practices * Flexibility to travel between workshop locations as required * IOSH or NEBOSH certification – desirable * Experience with Syrinx software – desirable Benefits * Enhanced annual leave entitlement, increasing with service * Workplace pension * “Refer a Friend” bonus scheme * Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support * Annual employee satisfaction survey * Discounted gift card scheme – save up to 15% on major retailers * Paid volunteer days for community projects and approved Government roles (e.g. Reservists) Rhodium Consulting Ltd is a niche recruitment consultancy specialising in wholesalers, merchants and distributors within the building products sector. We strive to be the industry leader in delivering the highest calibre of candidates to our client companies, whilst enhancing the careers of our candidates