Workshop Manager

Position: Workshop Manager (Permanent)
Location: Ashton in Makerfield

We are recruiting for an experienced Workshop Manager for our client based in the Ashton In Makerfield area.

Details below:

Job Title:

Workshop Manager

Location:

Ashton In Makerfield
Salary: £50-52K
Hours - 8am-5pm Monday to Friday

Working for a supportive team within a growing business, this is a hands on role, managing a team of 8 people. You will manage and develop the fabrication workshop to optimise productivity whilst supporting the management of their repair processes.

You will need previous experience in a fabrication environment, be competent in MIG and MMA welding, and have the the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Main Duties:

Lead, motivate and develop the team to achieve high performance
Manage the throughput of work instruction and materials
Maintain control over overtime and non-productive hours
Ensure the teams are up to date with all relevant training and certification
Maintain rigorous Health and Safety standard within the workshop zone
Support in the assessment of repairs, advice on repair practices, assistance with repair backlogs, potential fabrication costs and solutions
Provide work instruction to the welding team and administrator
Provide well documented cost information to finance and payroll
Support Procurement in the inspection of equipment for compliance with quality standards
Provide workshop performance information to Head of Fleet & Pricing
Build relationships with Engineers, GM’s and other workshops to ensure the value of the unit is maximised
Work with contracting to facilitate timely and cost-effective solutions to installation problems
Requirements:

Experience in a fabrication/ welding environment
HNC / HND education
FLT licence
Experienced flame cutter and grinder
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Competent in MIG and MMA welding