Workshop Shift Manager
| Posting date: | 30 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £19.32 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 January 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth, South West, PL4 0RZ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MP220568CT1757-OR20315-30122025 |
Summary
Workshop Shift Manager needed in Plymouth Paying £19.32 per hr ref OR20315
Full time hours on a temporary basis
We are seeking an experienced Workshop Shift Manager to oversee day-to-day operations in a busy workshop environment. You will ensure the effective and efficient delivery of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and MOTs for a large fleet, maintaining compliance with VOSA regulations and operating licence requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a team of 14 technicians delivering planned and reactive maintenance
- Ensure all inspections, testing, and repairs meet legal and safety standards
- Oversee a £750k service budget and drive efficiency
- Implement policies and processes for safe, compliant operations
- Lead on Health & Safety, risk assessments, and workplace compliance
- Deliver a customer-focused service within agreed timescales
If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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