Service Manager

Service Manager Hemel Hempstead Competitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsReady to take full control of a busy, high-performing service operation?We are working with a leading plant hire business in Hemel Hempstead who are looking for a confident, hands-on Service Manager to lead from the front in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.This isn''t a role for someone who wants to sit behind a desk, it''s for a proactive leader who thrives on pace, takes ownership, and knows how to drive performance across a large engineering team.You will be responsible for a fleet of circa 1,200 units and leading a team of 25 fitters, including mobile engineers, ensuring everything runs efficiently, safely, and without delay.What you''ll be doing:Taking full ownership of the service department and driving performance dailyLeading, motivating, and developing a large team of fitters and engineersKeeping a large fleet operational, compliant, and ready to meet customer demandManaging servicing, breakdowns, inspections, and major repairsWorking closely with the Workshop Supervisor to keep operations running smoothlyDriving efficiency, reducing downtime, and identifying cost-saving opportunitiesMaintaining high standards of health and safety and complianceCommunicating clearly with your team through briefings and toolbox talksWhat we''re looking for:A proven Service / Workshop / Engineering Manager within plant hire or similarA strong leader who can manage people, performance, and pressureSomeone who ..... full job details .....