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Job Title: Workshop / Hire Manager
Annual Salary: £40,000 per annum
Location: Colchester outskirts (must have access to a vehicle)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are delighted to be supporting our client, seeking a Workshop / Hire Manager to join their team on a full time, Permanent basis. This hands-on role requires a proactive leader who will take ownership and effectively manage a team of 8. The successful candidate will lead the stores and workshop team, ensuring smooth workshop operations.
Day-to-day of the role:
Workshop Management: Manage and plan daily operations, address deviations, and lead the workshop and service staff to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Workshop Customer Relations: Develop and manage customer relationships, meet current needs, and develop services to meet future needs. This includes discussing and explaining complex technical details or repair processes.
Workshop Performance: Identify and develop internal performance measures, results, and operational targets to ensure optimal service delivery and business results.
Workshop Lead: Liaise with equipment suppliers and maintenance operatives to ensure products and services are procured at appropriate levels.
Workshop Development: Improve technical knowledge and capabilities through employee development and training; procure technology, equipment, and materials to enhance efficiency and scope of work.
Workshop Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant accreditation standards, health and safety regulations, and maintain, calibrate, and test all equipment and tools as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in team management within a workshop environment.
- Ability to develop and manage a team effectively.
- Engineering knowledge is desirable, ideally supported by formal qualifications, but not essential.
- Knowledge and understanding of health and safety requirements.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to take ownership of responsibilities.
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
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