RMS Recruitment are looking for a highly skilled Technical Operations Manager to lead our clients Mechanical & Bodyshop Department. 

• Location: Killingholme
• Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience) 
• Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent 

About the role:

In this key leadership role, you will take responsibility for day-to-day workshop operations, ensuring high levels of quality, safety, productivity and efficiency. You will lead a team of mechanics and technicians, driving performance, adopting modern techniques and maintaining the highest technical standards. 

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership: 

• Provide expert technical support, guidance and direction to workshop teams
• Drive adoption of modern repair, bodywork and diagnostic techniques
• Collaborate cross-functionally to bring new technologies into operational practice

Workshop Operations

• Manage daily mechanical & bodyshop workflow
• Schedule and plan work effectively to optimise capacity
• Ensure all repairs and servicing meet time, cost and quality expectations

People & Team Development

• Lead and develop the mechanical & bodyshop teams
• Conduct performance reviews and build training plans
• Maintain a strong, positive and collaborative workshop culture

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Implement and uphold strict quality control procedures
• Ensure compliance with relevant H&S legislation and standards
• Conduct audits, risk assessments and incident investigations

Resource & Inventory Management

• Manage workshop tools, materials, consumables & equipment
• Liaise with suppliers to maintain required stock levels
• Support cost control and departmental budget management

About You:

• Strong technical background within the automotive / mechanical repair sector
• Previous workshop leadership and technician management experience
• City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent in Automotive Mechanics / Light Vehicle / Repairs
• Confident with H&S compliance and safe workshop operating standards
• Competent in Microsoft Office packages (Excel, Word, Outlook)

If you are a technical lead wanting to step into a role with genuine authority, strategic impact, and progression – apply today with your CV.