Workshop and Maintenance Manager

Are you an experienced Workshop and Maintenance Manager looking to take your career to the next level? A leading provider of operational services to the steel, mining, and bulk materials handling industries is seeking a highly skilled individual to lead our maintenance operation from our Cardiff workshop. This role offers a competitive salary of 45,000 - 50,000 per year, along with a range of benefits including bereavement leave, free parking, a company pension, casual dress, and an on-site canteen.This permanent, full-time position requires a hands-on leader to manage a team of technicians, ensuring the reliability and cost-effective maintenance of a diverse fleet of heavy mobile plant and equipment. The role is site-based in Cardiff and includes overtime and weekend availability, typically working Monday to Friday.Key Duties and Responsibilities:- Lead and manage the workshop team, ensuring a safe and productive environment.- Plan and deliver preventative maintenance activities based on machine operating hours and manufacturer recommendations.- Prioritise and coordinate breakdown repairs to minimise equipment downtime.- Allocate work effectively and monitor workshop productivity.- Develop and maintain maintenance schedules, service plans, and inspection programmes.- Manage supplier relationships, obtain quotations, and source parts cost-effectively.- Oversee parts purchasing and inventory control.- Conduct maintenance cost analysis and identify opportunities for efficiency ..... full job details .....