Engineering & Fleet Workshop Manager

Engineering & Fleet Workshop Manager

Location: Leicester
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum (DOE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (flexibility required to meet operational needs)

Impact Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Engineering & Fleet Workshop Manager on behalf of one of the UK's leading recycling and waste management businesses.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation, taking responsibility for a busy engineering and fleet maintenance operation. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of both fleet and engineering functions while leading a multi-skilled team.

The Role:

As Engineering & Fleet Workshop Manager, you will oversee all maintenance activities across the business, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and high standards of service delivery. You will be responsible for leading engineering personnel, managing budgets and KPIs, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring all workshop activities are delivered safely and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a multi-skilled engineering team, including Fleet Maintenance Coordinators, Fleet Administrators, HGV Technicians, Fixed Engineers, and Field MHE Engineers
Ensure all maintenance activities are delivered in line with company maintenance strategies and operational requirements
Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation and standards, including LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, Road Transport Legislation, Health & Safety regulations, ISO systems, and Service Level Agreements
Manage and develop engineering personnel through coaching, performance reviews, training, and succession planning
Oversee the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and ensure accurate maintenance records are maintained
Manage engineering stock control, inventory levels, and replenishment processes
Produce, analyse, and present departmental KPIs and performance reports
Collaborate closely with operational and HSEQ teams to improve efficiency, safety, and performance
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and external contractors
Monitor departmental expenditure and manage budgets effectively
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and utilise root cause analysis to reduce downtime and improve reliability
Manage attendance, performance, conduct, and disciplinary matters where required
Deliver daily team briefings and maintain excellent housekeeping standards across workshop areasRequirements:

Previous experience managing a fleet workshop, engineering department, or maintenance operation
Qualified HGV Mechanic
Proven experience leading multi-skilled engineering and maintenance teams
Strong understanding of maintenance compliance, statutory inspections, and health & safety legislation
Experience managing KPIs, budgets, and operational performance
Excellent organisational and planning skills
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and maintenance management systems
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced operational environmentPersonal Attributes:

Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Proactive, driven, and results-focused approach
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Ability to motivate, coach, and develop high-performing teams
Comfortable operating in a fast-moving and demanding environmentWhat's On Offer:

Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
Company laptop and mobile phone
33 days annual leave including bank holidays
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Employee discount and savings scheme
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing and operationally critical businessIf you are an experienced Engineering, Maintenance, Fleet, or Workshop Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with an up-to-date CV.

Impact Recruitment are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed