Workshop Manager

Workshop Manager Rochester £50,000 – £55,000 + About the Company We’re working with a rapidly growing plant business with one of the largest and best-equipped workshops in the South. They’ve built a strong reputation for doing things properly - investing in equipment, diagnostics and their engineers. This is not a “sit behind a desk” management role — they need a hands-on Workshop Manager who knows their way around machinery and can lead from the front. The Role This is a hands-on Workshop Manager / Chargehand / Foreman position - ideal for a senior engineer ready to step up or someone already leading a team but still wanting to stay on the tools. You’ll be responsible for: Overseeing day-to-day workshop operations Supporting and mentoring engineers and apprentices Acting as the technical “go-to” and safety net for the team Ensuring work is completed to a high standard and in line with company processes Getting involved in diagnostics, fault finding and complex repairs when required Maintaining strong Health & Safety and workshop standards You’ll be working closely with the Depot Manager, with mobile engineers operating externally. The Equipment You’ll be working on a serious fleet, including: Excavators and heavy plant (30–60 tonne) ADTs Crushers & screeners Advanced diagnostics (OEM software & laptops provided) This is proper engineering - not just swapping parts. Full diagnostics, major repairs, electrical fault finding and strip-down work. The Candidate Strong background in heavy plant (OEM/dealer experience ideal) Experience with brands like Komatsu, Volvo Construction Equipment or similar Solid electrical and diagnostic capability Experience as a senior engineer, chargehand or workshop supervisor Someone who leads from the front — not a purely admin manager Passion for engineering and developing others Ability to mentor apprentices and support the wider team The Team 1 x Apprentice 2 x Fitters Mobile engineers reporting into the Depot Manager You’ll be the technical backbone of the workshop. What’s on Offer £50,000 – £55,000 basic Overtime available (OTE £55k – £65k) Monday to Friday — no weekend work Well-equipped, modern workshop Growing business with long-term opportunity If you’re a senior plant engineer who’s ready to step up, or a hands-on Workshop Manager who still enjoys being on the tools — this is a serious opportunity. Call NEOS Engineering Recruitment Apply now and we’ll be in touch