Workshop Plant Manager

We are working with a leading provider in the plant hire and construction support services industry, who are seeking an experienced professional to step into the role of Workshop Manager covering multiple workshops around the Weston Super Mare area.

This position plays a key role in leading and managing workshop operations across multiple depots, with responsibility for teams of supervisors, fitters, and wash bay valets. You will oversee day-to-day performance, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and deliver efficient turnaround of plant equipment.

The successful candidate will be a strong leader with the ability to drive operational improvements, consistency, and quality, ultimately helping to maximise equipment uptime and support business-wide efficiency.

Workshop Plant Manager Job Overview

• Oversee daily workshop operations with Supervisors, ensuring timely and high-quality maintenance and repairs.
• Implement standardised procedures to ensure consistent efficiency and reliability across all workshops.
• Plan and manage preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and maximise fleet reliability.
• Liaise with the Hire Desk to align workshop readiness with bookings and delivery schedules.
• Lead and manage workshop teams, ensuring effective delivery of maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Ensure accurate diagnosis, reporting, and timely repair of all equipment damage.
• Maintain up-to-date safety inspections, certifications, and compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Manage parts inventory efficiently to balance availability and cost.
• Motivate and develop a high-performing technical team through training, reviews, and career planning.
• Coordinate staffing, workload, and resources effectively.
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor plant maintenance budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure all chargeable damage is accurately recorded and processed in line with procedures.
• Deliver professional, efficient, and safe service to all customers.
• Act as a point of escalation for service-related issues, maintaining strong internal and external relationships.
• Work collaboratively with Hire Desk and Sales teams to meet customer needs.
• Define and track KPIs to measure reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.
• Continuously optimise processes, standards, and resources to drive operational excellence.

Workshop Plant Manager Job Requirements

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple workshops within the plant industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of plant equipment and telematics systems.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team management abilities.
• Effective communicator with strong customer service skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, positive, and solution-focused approach.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills.
• Sound understanding of health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Willingness and ability to travel between workshop locations as required.

Workshop Plant Manager Salary & Benefits

• Monday-Friday (42.5-hour week)
• -45,00055,000 salary dependant on experience
• Company vehicle
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service
• Workplace Pension
• Refer a friend scheme
• Employee Assistance program
• Wellbeing support
• Annual employee satisfaction survey
• Discounted gift card scheme - Saving up to 15% on a huge range of physical and digital gift card from big name retailers.
• Paid volunteer days to support our community team and our chosen charities
• Paid volunteer days for registered individuals within any Government supported roles (e.g., Reservists).

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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