At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead multiple workshops, manage a team, and oversee project delivery across Kent.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Southern Water, committed to maintaining critical infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary starting from £45k, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diversity is valued; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving essential services while leading a talented team.
- Qualifications: Experience in workshop management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: Kent (Wingham) / Hybrid working
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: from £45k
We’re looking for a Workshop Manager to lead multiple workshop locations across Kent, managing a team of technicians and overseeing the delivery of a growing projects programme. You’ll be responsible for day-to-day workshop operations, team leadership, and project delivery, ensuring all maintenance and engineering activities are safe, compliant, and completed to a high standard.
Key responsibilities
- Manage and develop a team of technicians within a key Kent workshop
- Oversee maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of mechanical assets
- Lead workshop operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety
- Manage and coordinate a project team delivering upgrades and improvements
- Ensure compliance with health & safety and regulatory standards
- Drive continuous improvement and asset reliability
- Work closely with operational teams and stakeholders across sites
About you
- Proven experience in maintenance or workshop management
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and/or multiple locations
- Experience delivering maintenance or engineering projects
- Good understanding of health & safety and compliance
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Qualifications
- Mechanical or electrical experience is desired
- Full UK driving licence
This is a great opportunity to lead both workshop operations and project delivery, playing a key role in maintaining and improving critical infrastructure across Kent.
Our Commitment to Diversity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Additional information
In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre‑employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Workshop Manager in Canterbury employer: Southern Water
Southern Water is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises environmental sustainability and compliance. With a focus on employee growth, the company provides opportunities for professional development in the utilities sector, all while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid working model. Join us in making a meaningful impact on water management and environmental protection in a supportive and innovative environment.
