Workshop Manager

My client is looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of their engineering workshop, leading practical build activities and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with a strong practical engineering background who is comfortable managing workshop activity while still getting involved in assembly, wiring and electro-mechanical build work.

The Role

As Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Managing the day-to-day operation of the workshop and coordinating engineering activities.

• Planning and prioritising build work to ensure projects are delivered on time.

• Supporting the assembly, integration and testing of electro-mechanical systems.

• Carrying out and overseeing electrical wiring, soldering and cable assembly.

• Ensuring equipment and systems are built accurately in line with drawings, specifications and quality requirements.

• Supporting fault-finding, troubleshooting and practical engineering problem-solving.

• Managing workshop tools, equipment, materials and stock levels.

• Maintaining high standards of health and safety, housekeeping and workshop organisation.

• Working closely with engineering, production and project teams to support prototype and production builds.

• Identifying opportunities to improve workshop processes, quality and efficiency.

About You

My client is looking for someone with:

• Strong practical engineering skills, including electrical wiring, soldering, cable assembly and electro-mechanical integration.

• Previous experience working within an engineering workshop, production or manufacturing environment.

• Experience supervising or managing workshop staff would be highly advantageous.

• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and technical documentation.

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to support the team where required.

• A strong understanding of workshop safety and good engineering practice.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer or workshop supervisor looking to step into a broader management position within a hands-on engineering environment.

To apply, please send your CV outlining your relevant workshop, engineering and supervisory experience.