Workshop Manager

Salary: Salary up to £51,000 plus Veolia benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Morden (SM4 4AX)

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.


We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

25 days of annual leave
Access to our company/people's pension scheme
Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
Stream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards.
What you'll be doing;

Promote safety culture in the team. Lead by example, encourage reporting and feedback on incidents and events
Delivery of Key Performance Indicators including Risk and Assurance, Fleet Compliance and Service Levels
Management of any contractors on site including issue of permits include with appropriate company procedure
Manage a team of workshop technicians and support staff
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback
Identify training needs and facilitate skill development opportunities
Act as the primary point of contact for key customers
Address customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly
Monitor timely delivery of products and services
Maintain high standards of quality to meet customer expectations
Ensure agreed operational targets are achieved in respect of Risk and Assurance performance, asset availability, reliability and costs, whilst effectively managing all operational and asset related risks
Report and dealing with (if appropriate) safety and environmental concerns (spills/leaks/litter/safe stacking of packaged waste /clean and well maintained bunds/odours or dust)
Support line management with technical information to aid budget planning CAPEX specification
Continually monitor equipment / performance and set plans to improve reliability of the processes and equipment
Ensure equipment is serviced and maintained in accordance with the statutory regulations such as LOLER, PUWER and manufacturer recommendations
Assist or complete health and safety monitoring to include VMR inspections, equipment inspections and report all accidents, incidents and close calls
Carry out investigations on equipment failures, determine root causes and recommend recovery plans with cost effective solutions to prevent reoccurrence
Support the team in planning to provide a priority list for maintenance, procurement of parts and equipment necessary
Manage the preparation and review of work instructions and risk assessments
What we're looking for;


Essential:

City & Guilds, or HGV NVQ level 3 vehicle maintenance and repairs
LGV Category C or C+E Vocational Licence Holder
Good communication skills.
The ability to work under pressure, actively seek solutions to problems and having the flexibility to undertake a wide range of tasks are all key attributes.
IT skills
MOT regulationsDesirable:

Level 3 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience
Irtec Technician Licence Holder
Forklift licence (Counterbalance)
HGV Licence
Welding/fabrication skills
Plant/RCV experience
Electrical knowledge
Leadership experience

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive