Workshop Manager
Core
Manage workshop staff, facilities, and asset repairs/servicing schedules to ensure mechanically sound assets meet production requirements.
Role type
Workshop Manager (Fleet Maintenance)
Builds
Mechanically sound fleet assets (trucks, trailers, machinery) for logistics and energy sectors
Domain
Logistics / Heavy Industry / Fleet Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (Fleet Maintenance & Asset Repair)
Required skills
Fleet maintenance management, team leadership (mechanics/engineers), apprentice mentorship, procurement planning, supplier relationship management, budget management, fleet database management, safety compliance, staff performance management, financial analysis
Preferred skills
High-risk forklift license, relevant trade qualification
Technologies
Fleet software database, specialized tooling
Responsibilities
Lead fleet maintenance operations and manage workshop staff; Develop and maintain fleet maintenance business plans; Monitor and mentor apprentices to reach qualifications; Coordinate service schedules with transport department; Manage procurement of parts, consumables, and services; Control workshop stores and negotiate best prices for parts; Establish and monitor supplier and contractor performance; Sign off commercial invoices and manage discrepancies; Report on fleet maintenance progress against budgets and timelines; Ensure health and safety compliance through audits and risk assessments; Recommend capital expenditures for new equipment; Analyze financial data to develop profit improvement plans; Manage staff fatigue, overtime, and after-hours rosters; Handle disciplinary procedures.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC