Workshop Manager Rochester£50,000 – £55,000 + About the CompanyWe're working with a rapidly growing plant business with one of the largest and best-equipped workshops in the South. They've built a strong reputation for doing things properly - investing in equipment, diagnostics and their engineers.This is not a “sit behind a desk” management role — they need a hands-on Workshop Manager who knows their way around machinery and can lead from the front.The RoleThis is a hands-on Workshop Manager / Chargehand / Foreman position - ideal for a senior engineer ready to step up or someone already leading a team but still wanting to stay on the tools.You'll be responsible for: Overseeing day-to-day workshop operationsSupporting and mentoring engineers and apprenticesActing as the technical “go-to” and safety net for the teamEnsuring work is completed to a high standard and in line with company processesGetting involved in diagnostics, fault finding and complex repairs when requiredMaintaining strong Health & Safety and workshop standards You'll be working closely with the Depot Manager, with mobile engineers operating externally.The EquipmentYou'll be working on a serious fleet, including: Excavators and heavy plant (30–60 tonne)ADTsCrushers & screenersAdvanced diagnostics (OEM software & laptops provided) This is proper engineering - not just swapping parts. Full diagnostics, major repairs, electrical fault finding and strip-down work.The Candidate Strong background in heavy plant (OEM/dealer experience ideal)Experience with brands like Komatsu, Volvo Construction Equipment or similarSolid electrical and diagnostic capabilityExperience as a senior engineer, chargehand or workshop supervisorSomeone who leads from the front — not a purely admin managerPassion for engineering and developing othersAbility to mentor apprentices and support the wider team The Team 1 x Apprentice2 x FittersMobile engineers reporting into the Depot Manager You'll be the technical backbone of the workshop.What's on Offer £50,000 – £55,000 basicOvertime available (OTE £55k – £65k)Monday to Friday — no weekend workWell-equipped, modern workshopGrowing business with long-term opportunity If you're a senior plant engineer who's ready to step up, or a hands-on Workshop Manager who still enjoys being on the tools — this is a serious opportunity. Call NEOS Engineering Recruitment Apply now and we'll be in touchJBRP1_UKTJ