Questech Recruitment have got an exciting opportunity for an individual to work for an industry leading Dealership group in the Scottish Highlands as a Workshop Manager

Job Summary

The HGV Workshop Manager will oversees all aspects of the HGV workshop operations, ensuring the efficient functioning of the facility and the delivery of high-quality maintenance and repair services. This role involves managing a team of technicians, coordinating workflow, implementing quality control measures, and liaising with customers and other departments to meet organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership and Management
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of HGV technicians, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.
• Allocate workload and monitor productivity to ensure optimal utilisation of resources.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and implement strategies to enhance team performance and morale.
• Workflow Coordination
• Plan and schedule repair and maintenance tasks based on priority, urgency, and available resources using franchise programmes, DMS and other IT based systems.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure the smooth flow of vehicles through the workshop and minimise downtime.
• Monitor workflow progress, address any issues or delays, and adjust schedules as necessary to meet deadlines.
• Quality Assurance
• Implement quality control measures to ensure that repairs and maintenance work meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections of completed work to verify compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.
• Investigate any incidents of substandard workmanship or customer complaints and take corrective action as needed.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, providing prompt and courteous service and addressing any concerns or inquiries.
• Liaise with customers to understand their service needs, provide accurate estimates, and ensure satisfaction with completed work.
• Act as a point of contact for customer feedback and take proactive steps to resolve issues and improve service delivery
• Enforce health and safety protocols and procedures to create a safe working environment and minimise the risk of accidents or injuries.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits, identify potential hazards, and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Provide safety training to team members and promote a culture of safety awareness and compliance.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in a managerial role within an HGV workshop or similar automotive environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of HGV systems, components, and maintenance practices would be a benefit.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and empower team members.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, with a customer-focused approach to service delivery.
• Proficiency in workshop management software systems.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving capabilities, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Relevant qualifications in automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field are preferred.

Hours of work

Monday to Friday 0800 - 1700hrs

Every 2nd Saturday 0700-1200hrs

Benefits

• Company pension
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Private Healthcare after 3 years full Service

If you believe you would be a good fit for this position or would like some more information, please click APPLY now or contact Matt Staniforth at Questech Recruitment.