Our existing post holder is retiring, and as a result, we are inviting applications for the new position of Body & Paint Workshop Manager at one of the largest bus repair & refurbishing companies in the country.
our business
In recent years Hants & Dorset Trim has expanded into the largest bus repair & refurbishment company in the country. Employing 75 staff, Hants & Dorset Trim is a significant and successful player in the bus refurbishing market with a reputation for quality & service delivery. As the Workshop Manager you will play a significant and highly accountable role in our successful operation, managing a team of over 75 qualified maintenance engineers & supervisors.
about the job
We are looking for an experienced manager to take on a new role of Workshop Manager with day to day responsibility for the Body & Paint Shops.
If you believe you have the ability, experience, skills and leadership potential we are looking for, we will be very interested to hear from you.
With expectations of an annual turnover in excess of £6m you will focus on maximising value and constantly driving up performance standards right across the engineering function.
Your main responsibilities in this role will include:
• Planning and managing our large workshop to deliver the highest possible standards of achievement
• Allocating & prioritising work & materials to meet completion dates
• Ensuring all jobs are completed within budget
• Implementing & managing a job recording system
• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety Regulations
• Liaising with customers, suppliers & contractors
• Managing the performance of supervisors & workshop staff
• Liaising with stores staff to ensure material requirements are met
about you
You will be an experienced manager, flexible about your working hours, with a background in heavy vehicle engineering and a thorough knowledge of vehicle and equipment technology.
You will need to be proactive in your approach to this role with a desire to ensure maximum customer satisfaction whilst also meeting the financial targets.
Ideally you will have practical experience of working within the bus or commercial vehicle industry.
Both knowledge of work study techniques and familiarity with engineering IT support systems would be a distinct advantage.
If you think you are the right person for this position please submit a CV and covering letter to Dave Clack at dave.clack@hdtrim.co.uk
Closing date for applications - 14th January 2013
