Workshop & Equipment Manager based in Woking with some multi-site travel as and when required.

Workshop & Equipment Manager Benefits:

Salary: 33k to 45k DOE plus quarterly performance bonus scheme
Mobile phone
Laptop
Private Healthcare
Location Woking but may be required to travel to sites in Harpenden, Dartford, St Albans, Bristol and High Wycombe.
Access to a company vehicle for travelling to other sites
Monday to Friday - 6:30am - 14:00pm
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Workshop & Equipment Manager Role Purpose:

Reporting to the Head of Plant and Machinery Maintenance, we are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and professional individual to join our expanding team, which is committed to consistently delivering service excellence. You will be required to use your initiative and judgment daily. The role will include preventative maintenance, servicing and repair to an extensive fleet of golf course maintenance equipment. This role will require both onsite and offsite maintenance and will involve leading a team of mechanics and logistical personnel that will grow over time.Workshop & Equipment Manager Duties:

Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment, including, diesel, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, mowers, tractors, rollers and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
Keeps records for equipment and parts inventory purchases and completed works.
Completes regular servicing of all equipment and sharpening of mowing equipment.
Complies with all legislation and regulations including provisions contained in the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.Workshop & Equipment Manager Role Specific Skills

Keen attention to detail with the ability to produce a high standard of work
Maintain detailed maintenance records
Knowledge of electrical, electronic and hydraulic system

Soft Skills & Competencies

Team player: Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
Leadership: Ability to delegate, inspire and communicate effectively
Communication: Adept at communicating with colleagues and clients
Punctual & Reliable: Excellent timekeeping and reliability
Problem Solving: Has the critical thinking skills to analyse problems thoroughly and accurately; takes a structured approach to identifying appropriate solutionsExperience Required

Qualified Mechanic
Electro-hydraulic experience is an advantage
Proficient use of operating reel and bed knife grinders
Previous experience in a similar role dealing with golf course equipment, agricultural equipment or plant
Hold a full driving license
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and use of IT systemsDesirable but not essential

Welding/fabrication experience
Practical experience in green keeping and/or working with golf course equipment
Holds a trailer license