Workshop Manager in Billericay, East Of England

The Company

Join a recognised leader in equipment rental, with a strong focus on power solutions across construction, infrastructure, events, and industrial sectors. With continued investment in generator technology and ambitious growth plans, the business delivers reliable, high-performance power equipment nationwide. Employees benefit from structured development, ongoing training, and clear progression opportunities within a supportive environment.

Key Benefits

• Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Clear progression within a growing power and generator division
• Company pension scheme
• Retail discounts and wellbeing support initiatives

About the Role

The Workshop Manager will lead a busy generator workshop in Billericay, ensuring all diesel and hybrid power equipment is maintained to the highest standards.

This Workshop Manager position involves overseeing a team of engineers responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a fleet of generators, ensuring maximum uptime and availability.

Key responsibilities of the Workshop Manager include:

• Managing day-to-day workshop operations focused on generator servicing and repair
• Leading and developing a team of generator engineers and technicians
• Ensuring all generators are tested, compliant, and ready for deployment
• Coordinating with internal teams to meet customer demand for power solutions
• Managing parts, spares, and supplier relationships within the generator sector
• Driving workshop efficiency, productivity, and safety standards
• Monitoring fleet performance to maximise utilisation and revenue

This Workshop Manager role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a specialist power division within a growing business.

About You

To succeed as a Workshop Manager, a strong background in generators, power equipment, or related mechanical or electrical engineering is required.

Suitable candidates may have:

• Experience managing a generator, plant, or powered equipment workshop
• Strong knowledge of diesel generators, load banks, and power systems
• Proven leadership experience within an engineering environment
• Experience with servicing, fault finding, and maintaining generator equipment
• A proactive approach to safety, compliance, and operational efficiency
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The Workshop Manager will be driven, hands-on, and focused on delivering high standards in a fast-paced environment.

To be successful in this role, you may have worked as a: Generator Manager, Power Generation Manager, Workshop Supervisor, Engineering Manager, Service Manager, Depot Manager, Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager, Fleet Manager, Generator Supervisor

Next Steps

If you are an experienced Workshop Manager within the generator or power sector, this is a strong opportunity to join a growing organisation with clear progression. Apply today to take the next step in your career!