Workshop Manager

Leicestershire

Salary: £45k to £53k + Excellent Benefits PackageType: Permanent, Days Role

Join Our Team as a Workshop Manager in Leicestershire!

About Us:

Established 15 years ago, the company has grown from strength to strength. They specialise in full vehicle conversions, developing innovative solutions, and using top-quality parts to ensure the highest standards of finished vehicle.

Their long-standing workforce, many of whom have been with the business since the beginning, is a testament to their supportive and dynamic work environment.

With an enviable order book, they are now expanding into new, related markets, and require a suitably qualified and experienced Workshop Manager to make this new venture a success.

The Role:

As the Workshop Manager, you will:

• Lead and Manage Projects: Oversee conversions from initial design to final delivery.
• Team Leadership: Manage a small, enthusiastic manufacturing team (M&E).
• Customer Interaction: Engage with external stakeholders throughout each project.
• Central Hub: Provide reports and updates to other departments, coordinating all shopfloor manufacturing activities.

The work involves fabrication, carpentry, electrical, and similar hands-on skills. Experience in camper van conversions, boatbuilding, caravan manufacture, or similar fields is ideal.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Practical Manufacturing Skills: Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Team Management: Proven ability to lead a team of manufacturing staff.
• Project Management: Ability to manage projects from initial enquiry to final delivery, including all reporting and monitoring.
• Relevant Experience: Exposure to vehicle conversions, camper van or caravan manufacture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, or similar fields would be great.
• Electrical Qualifications: Beneficial but not essential.

Rewards:

• Competitive Salary: £45k to £53k
• Benefits: Good holidays and pension
• Additional Perks: Various salary sacrifice opportunities

If you are passionate about hands-on manufacturing and have the skills to lead a dedicated team, I’d love to hear from you!