VMU Manager

Vehicle Maintenance Unit Manager Needed in Didcot, Oxfordshire

Our client, a franchise-approved commercial vehicle dealer group with multiple sites nationwide, is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Unit Manager to oversee their Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU) located in Didcot. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced supervisor or manager in vehicle maintenance to lead a dedicated workshop team and manage a fleet of light commercial and heavy goods vehicles.

Benefits for the Successful VMU Manager:

Salary circa £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Overtime paid at enhanced rate of time and a half, subject to availability
30 days annual leave, including bank holidays
Branded overalls and boot allowance
Workplace pension scheme
Access to hundreds of practical, recreational and salary-sacrifice discounts
Staff wellness programme
Regular recognition rewards for staff
Full training provided, including IRTEC Inspection Accreditation and manufacturer technical development
Career progression opportunities within a multi-award-winning dealer group with over 50 years of operational excellenceDuties:

Plan and allocate workforce resources to meet fleet demands efficiently
Manage labour costs, including third-party contractor expenses
Ensure compliance with safety audits and contractor working codes
Oversee planning for workshop facilities, bays, tools, diagnosis equipment, and workplace design
Prepare and review investment proposals for workshop facilities, equipment, and HR requirements
Monitor and adjust workshop service pricing to remain competitive
Measure and report on workshop performance, including retail sales, warranty, and internal contracts
Manage work in progress (WIP), cash flow, and invoicing
Recruit, train, and induct new staff, ensuring high standards of team performance
Motivate, coach, and lead workshop employees, fostering high retention and employee development
Set and review target agreements with staff, ensuring achievement
Communicate effectively with team members and customers, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction
Maintain health and safety standards and ensure compliance with industry regulationsRequirements for the VMU Manager position:

Level 3 qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, IMI) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (light or heavy)
Supervisory or managerial experience within a vehicle maintenance environment
Strong leadership and team management skills
Resilient, proactive, and excellent communicator
Strong organisational and time management ability
Ability to prioritise tasks within deadlines to ensure workshop efficiency
HGV driving licence is highly advantageous but not essentialIf you are an experienced Vehicle Maintenance Unit Manager seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity in Didcot, this role is ideal. Our client offers a competitive salary package and extensive benefits, with full support for your professional development.

Contact Josh Buck, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Didcot and Oxfordshire, today to discover more about this fantastic VMU Manager opportunity
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed