Workshop Manager

Workshop Manager- Rugby The Role Responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective management of all workshop operations. Lead a team of approximately 35 employees, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and delivery performance are consistently achieved. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will play a vital role in improving operational efficiency, controlling costs, and developing your team. Responsibilities * Lead and develop a team, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. * Ensure all workshop activities comply with company policies and safety standards. * Drive on-time delivery, cost control, and operational efficiency. * Manage processes to achieve “right first time” delivery and high customer satisfaction. * Identify and implement cost-saving and performance improvement initiatives. * Set and monitor clear objectives and KPIs aligned to business goals. * Optimise the use of labour, materials, and assets. * Support the Operations Manager with wider operational responsibilities. Requirements Essential * Experience managing and leading teams in a workshop or operational environment. * Strong financial awareness, including budget and cost management. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable. * Results-driven with a strong focus on performance and continuous improvement. * Confident leader with the ability to influence and engage others. * Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Highly organised with the ability to plan, prioritise and deliver. * Commercially aware with a focus on business performance and profitability. * A collaborative team player who can build strong working relationships. Desirable * Experience in a manufacturing or service workshop environment (rotating machinery preferred). * IOSH Managing Safely qualification. Benefits & Renumeration Salary- £50-55K Permanent and full-time Discretionary annual bonus Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme Life insurance (4x your salary) Enhanced annual leave entitlement (25 days), in addition to bank holidays Company-funded gym subsidy payments Free 24/7 remote GP service and other health support benefits Employee referral program Long service recognition awards Paid maternity and paternity leave Access to free Electric/ Hybrid vehicle charging points and free onsite parking Employee Assistance Programme Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform