Mechanical Engineering Workshop Manager

Mechanical Engineering Workshop Manager

Job reference: REQ0582

Location: Flexible (see JD)

Salary: £38,533 - £41,498 + over 26% employer pension contributions

Contractual hours: 37

Basis: Full time

Job description

It is an exciting time to join our Mechanical Engineering Team!

We are currently implementing new management systems (to include telematics) and progressing the transformation to ULEV vehicles and equipment and you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of these developments.

Working in some of the most scenic parts of the country the Mid Scotland Workshop Manager can be based at either our Aberfoyle workshop, Stirlingshire or in our Cairnbaan workshop located 3 miles from Lochgilphead.

The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of our Mechanical Engineering teams, who inspect, repair and maintain Forestry and Land Scotland vehicles, machines and equipment across the central belt.

The post holder will assist the Head of Mechanical Engineering Scotland in the delivery and co-ordination of health and safety policies, promoting best practice, support the business planning operations and provide technical support when required.

About the team

Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is a Scottish Government executive agency established in 2019.

We are also a public corporation, generating income, expanding our commercial opportunities and delivery of services to support the people of Scotland. We are responsible for managing Scotland’s national forests and land. This includes both direct delivery and facilitation of activities on it, including woodland creation and trading of timber, building roads and civil engineering, wildlife and deer management, expanding renewable energy, biodiversity and conservation. We encourage visitors to enjoy our woodlands, mountain bike trails and visitor centres, supporting local businesses in tourism and recreation. FLS launched our People Strategy last year and it is based on 4 promises that we make to each other: that we will support one another; keep each other safe; be inclusive and high performing.

Mechanical Engineering Services (MES), part of Fleet and Buildings function team works with all areas of the agency to support and deliver Vehicle, Machinery and Equipment for the organisation.

It is an exciting time to be joining MES as we support the business with its transformation agenda developing a new target operating model to enable FLS to become a sustainable business. This includes digital transformation and a more strategic approach to the use of management information to help FLS work towards its net zero target. Therefore, not only will you be required to have experience in workshop management, but you will be driven in the use of new technologies and especially in the use of ULEV. Your input to the MES management team will be key in rolling out and developing the MES Business Improvement Plan and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

Main Duties

To deliver a high quality vehicle machinery and equipment supply, repair and maintenance service for Forestry and Land Scotland whilst meeting all budgetary and statutory constraints.

Along with the responsibilities of managing the workshop and supporting the mechanical engineering aspects of vehicle, machinery and equipment (VME) operations in the area the post holder will be required to assist the Head of Mechanical Engineering Scotland in delivery and co-ordination of health and safety policies, best practice, support the business planning operations and provide technical support when required.

Responsibilities

1. Management of workshop staff in Mid Scotland Workshops, managing performance in line with FLS principles and promoting Wellbeing within the team.
2. Line management of Service Managers and other staff as required.
3. Promote and ensure workshop is fully compliant with all aspects of Health and Safety and embed the importance of H&S as part of the workshop culture.
4. Act as Customer Liaison Officer for machinery and ME coordinator for the acquisition of new vans, cars and equipment.
5. Compile annual Mid Scotland Workshop budget, monitor and report on budget progress as required by HoMES.
6. Attend and contribute to Annual Financial Plan meetings with relevant regions.
7. Understand and recognise the importance of following correct financial procedures and practices.
8. Monitor VME repair costs and ensure they are within the agreed limits.
9. Ensure workshop stores are managed in line with approved procedures and stock levels are maintained at an agreed level.
10. Manage the workshop administration ensuring proper processes are followed.

Closing date: 27 April 2023.

Apply link: here

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £38,533.00-£41,498.00 per year

Benefits:
Cycle to work scheme

Schedule:
Monday to Friday


Ability to commute/relocate:
Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: REQ0582