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Julia Sherlock

Senior Consultant

Workshop Manager

£40,000 - £46,000 p/a

Permanent

Southend-On-Sea, Essex

I'm currently recruiting for a Workshop Manager to join a growing and well-established Plant Hire business based in Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who's not only technically skilled but also ready to lead from the front, drive operational improvements, and develop a high-performing workshop team.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary up to £46,000

  • Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm - great work-life balance

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Private healthcare, pension scheme, and employee discounts

  • Ongoing training and development fully supported

  • Free onsite parking

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of workshop engineers ensuring plant equipment is hire-ready

  • Allocate jobs and manage workloads based on technical need and priority

  • Be hands-on with diagnostics, repairs, and servicing of plant equipment

  • Motivate and mentor the team while promoting a positive culture

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards

  • Liaise with internal teams to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction

What we're looking for:

  • Background as a Plant Mechanic or similar, ideally NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualified

  • Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems

  • Proven leadership skills and a collaborative, problem-solving approach

  • A full UK driving licence is essential

This is an exciting time to join a business that's growing, investing in its people, and focused on delivering quality and service.

This company will not offer sponsorship

Date: 1st May 2025

Job ref: 94070_1746113095