At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead workshop operations and ensure top-notch maintenance and repair activities.
- Company: Join SMS Mining Services, a reputable West Australian mining company.
- Benefits: Enjoy a structured work-life balance with Monday to Friday shifts.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities in a collaborative team.
- Why this job: Shape team performance and culture in a supportive, safety-driven environment.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification and experience in a leadership role within heavy industry.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We're seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead our High Wycombe workshop. This is a full‑time, Monday‑Friday day‑shift position with overall responsibility for workshop operations, asset performance, and team leadership. Reporting into the Maintenance Services Manager, you will oversee Workshop Supervisors and their teams, ensuring all maintenance and repair activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. This is a leadership role that blends people leadership, operational performance, and process improvement, with a strong focus on safety, productivity, and asset reliability.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Leadership Impact – Take ownership of a critical workshop operation and shape team performance and culture.
- Structured Work‑Life Balance – Monday to Friday, consistent day shifts.
- Career Progression – Opportunity to step into a leadership role with influence across workshops.
- Supportive Team Environment – Join a collaborative, safety‑driven team that values expertise and initiative.
What We’re Looking For
- Trade qualification in mechanical, heavy diesel, or related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in a Workshop Manager or Senior Supervisor role, ideally within mining or heavy industry.
- Proven ability to lead Supervisors and manage multi‑disciplinary workshop teams.
- Commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets, costs, and performance metrics.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive approach to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
About Us
SMS Mining Services is a privately owned West Australian mining company, founded in 2000. We've grown from equipment rental into full maintenance and contract mining operations, building a strong reputation for safety, teamwork, and delivering results. Join us and be part of a company that values its people, supports career growth, and runs reliable, long‑term WA mining operations.
Workshop Manager employer: SMS Mining Services
At SMS Mining Services, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive team environment where leadership and collaboration thrive. Located in High Wycombe, our workshop manager role provides a structured work-life balance with Monday to Friday shifts, alongside ample opportunities for career progression within a safety-driven culture that values expertise and initiative.
