Workshop Manager - Commercial Vehicle
About the role
The Workshop Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the workshop, ensuring efficient workflow, high-quality output, and adherence to safety standards. This role involves managing staff, maintaining equipment, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Working location: BYD’s Reading site, RG2 0TG
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, organize, and supervise all workshop activities
Manage and lead a team of technicians, mechanics, or tradespeople
Allocate tasks and monitor productivity and performance
Ensure all work is completed to required quality standards
Maintain workshop equipment, tools, and machinery
Implement and enforce health and safety procedures
Monitor stock levels and coordinate ordering of materials and parts
Liaise with clients, suppliers, and other departments
Prepare reports on operations, performance, and costs
Troubleshoot technical issues and provide hands-on support when required
Your profile:
Proven experience in a workshop or technical environment
Previous supervisory or management experience
Strong leadership and team management skills
Good technical knowledge relevant to the industry (e.g., automotive, engineering, manufacturing)
Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
Familiarity with health and safety regulations
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Basic computer skills (e.g., inventory or job tracking systems)
Forklift license (desirable but not always required)
Right to work in the UK
Working conditions:
Workshop-based environment (may involve noise, machinery, and physical work)
May require extended hours or weekend work depending on workload
We offer:
Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration
Scottish Widows workplace pension
Commuting Allowance
Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
25 days paid holidays + public holidays
Private Health care
Department & company-wide team building events.
Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air . We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team
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