Workshop Manager – Fleet Maintenance

About the role

The Workshop Manager will lead daily workshop operations focused on preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance to maximise fleet availability. You will develop and monitor maintenance plans, ensuring minimal vehicle downtime and efficient repair turnaround.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance activities for buses and commercial vehicles.
• Develop, implement and monitor maintenance schedules, vehicle inspections, diagnostics and repair processes.
• Maintain comprehensive maintenance records, service histories and technical documentation in line with OEM standards.
• Coordinate with procurement and vendors to secure critical spare parts, control inventory costs and evaluate vendor performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations through regular safety audits and protocol enforcement.
• Compile and present operational reports, including maintenance KPIs, cost analyses and downtime statistics to senior management.
• Promote a safety‑oriented culture and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing workshop operations for fleets of buses or commercial vehicles.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance programmes and vehicle diagnostics.
• Ability to work with vendors, negotiate terms and control inventory costs.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental compliance.

Required skills

• Vehicle diagnostics
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Breakdown maintenance procedures