Workshop Manager in Construction - CS12152
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,380 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 May 2026 |
| Location: | Moreton Morrell, Warwick |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Warwick College Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CS12152 |
Summary
This role is based in the UK and will be working on site in our UK based College.
In order to comply with our mandatory pre-employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to provide original identification documents in person to our UK based People Services Department.
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN’S ACT 1989)
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/child-protection-procedure-a5e67894d353c2adb6ac53c08ce6e758.pdf
BACKGROUND TO THE POST
The Construction workshop managers provide a high standard of technical and learning support in order to maintain a safe, well prepared and realistic working environment. This role will be essential to the effective delivery of study programmes to young people and qualifications to adults and high standards of health and safety.
SUBJECT AREAS COVERED
The workshop manager will be required to support sessions in a range of construction subject areas, and will need sound knowledge of a range of the construction industry. It would be desirable for an applicant to have a specific trade within construction. We would expect the technician to undertake First Aid training as part of their role and remain a designated First Aider within the department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Health, Safety, and Compliance
• The workshop manager will act as the primary lead for workshop safety and will promote and maintain high standards of student behaviour and conduct.
• Conduct and record weekly inspections of all power tools, access equipment and stationary machinery
• Maintain COSHH records and ensure that dust extraction systems are functioning correctly to meet environmental health standards.
• A critical part of the role involves drafting and updating Risk Assessments and Safe
Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all equipment.
• Manage the cleaning and sanitisation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure it is stored correctly for student use.
2. Resource and Asset Management
• To prevent the loss of equipment, the workshop manager will implement and oversee a robust tool sign-out system.
• Be responsible for maintaining stock levels of essential materials such as timber, bricks, sand, and cement, and ensure that each workshop is fully equipped to prevent the constant movement of tools between areas.
• Coordinate with the department head to identify procurement needs and manage the
disposal of waste materials in line with college policy.
3. Maintenance and Technical Support - A key requirement of this role is the hands-on maintenance of hand tools and machinery:
• The regular sharpening of chisels, saws, and plane irons to ensure they are safe and
effective for student use.
• Perform basic repairs on broken equipment where possible and arrange for specialist external servicing when required.
• During practical sessions, assist teaching staff by preparing materials (e.g., cutting timber to size) and ensuring workbenches are clear of hazards.
4. Workshop Housekeeping
• Enforce and maintain a high standard of cleanliness across all construction areas (includes hoovering, clearing of off-cuts, and deep cleaning of workshops during half-term periods). By reducing dust buildup and organising storage racks, the workshop manager will ensure a professional, industry-standard environment that aligns with college expectations and health and safety requirements.
In order to support during busy exam periods, you may be asked to undertake exam invigilator duties. The College will provide training.
The list of duties is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the post at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility level.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Attainments:
● Level 2 qualification in a construction related subject and a background in the industry.
● Must be highly organized, capable of working independently, and able to maintain accurate digital and paper-based records of safety checks and inventory.
● Previous experience of working within the vocational area.
● Awareness of Health and Safety regulations and experience of implementing H&S procedures.
● Willingness to undertake essential first aid and advanced first aid training - and maintain designated first aider status for the department
● Experience in using and maintaining a range of appropriate equipment.
In order to comply with our mandatory pre-employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to provide original identification documents in person to our UK based People Services Department.
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN’S ACT 1989)
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/child-protection-procedure-a5e67894d353c2adb6ac53c08ce6e758.pdf
BACKGROUND TO THE POST
The Construction workshop managers provide a high standard of technical and learning support in order to maintain a safe, well prepared and realistic working environment. This role will be essential to the effective delivery of study programmes to young people and qualifications to adults and high standards of health and safety.
SUBJECT AREAS COVERED
The workshop manager will be required to support sessions in a range of construction subject areas, and will need sound knowledge of a range of the construction industry. It would be desirable for an applicant to have a specific trade within construction. We would expect the technician to undertake First Aid training as part of their role and remain a designated First Aider within the department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Health, Safety, and Compliance
• The workshop manager will act as the primary lead for workshop safety and will promote and maintain high standards of student behaviour and conduct.
• Conduct and record weekly inspections of all power tools, access equipment and stationary machinery
• Maintain COSHH records and ensure that dust extraction systems are functioning correctly to meet environmental health standards.
• A critical part of the role involves drafting and updating Risk Assessments and Safe
Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all equipment.
• Manage the cleaning and sanitisation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure it is stored correctly for student use.
2. Resource and Asset Management
• To prevent the loss of equipment, the workshop manager will implement and oversee a robust tool sign-out system.
• Be responsible for maintaining stock levels of essential materials such as timber, bricks, sand, and cement, and ensure that each workshop is fully equipped to prevent the constant movement of tools between areas.
• Coordinate with the department head to identify procurement needs and manage the
disposal of waste materials in line with college policy.
3. Maintenance and Technical Support - A key requirement of this role is the hands-on maintenance of hand tools and machinery:
• The regular sharpening of chisels, saws, and plane irons to ensure they are safe and
effective for student use.
• Perform basic repairs on broken equipment where possible and arrange for specialist external servicing when required.
• During practical sessions, assist teaching staff by preparing materials (e.g., cutting timber to size) and ensuring workbenches are clear of hazards.
4. Workshop Housekeeping
• Enforce and maintain a high standard of cleanliness across all construction areas (includes hoovering, clearing of off-cuts, and deep cleaning of workshops during half-term periods). By reducing dust buildup and organising storage racks, the workshop manager will ensure a professional, industry-standard environment that aligns with college expectations and health and safety requirements.
In order to support during busy exam periods, you may be asked to undertake exam invigilator duties. The College will provide training.
The list of duties is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the post at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility level.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Attainments:
● Level 2 qualification in a construction related subject and a background in the industry.
● Must be highly organized, capable of working independently, and able to maintain accurate digital and paper-based records of safety checks and inventory.
● Previous experience of working within the vocational area.
● Awareness of Health and Safety regulations and experience of implementing H&S procedures.
● Willingness to undertake essential first aid and advanced first aid training - and maintain designated first aider status for the department
● Experience in using and maintaining a range of appropriate equipment.