Wanted: workshop manager

Position Overview

The Workshop Manager is responsible for overseeing all operations within the coatings workshop, ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role manages a team of technicians/applicators, coordinates workflow, ensures equipment readiness, and maintains compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities 

Operational Management

• Plan, schedule, and manage daily workshop activities, including surface preparation, coating application, curing, inspection, and dispatch.
• Ensure production deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.
• Coordinate incoming jobs, material availability, and equipment needs with other departments.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, production data, and job progress.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, train, and supervise workshop technicians, painters, blasters, and support staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training or skills development needs.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Quality Assurance

• Oversee inspection processes to ensure coatings meet client specifications and industry standards.
• Work with OA/QC personnel to address non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure correct surface preparation, coating thickness, curing parameters, and documentation.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Enforce safe working procedures, PPE requirements and hazard-control measures.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, environmental regulations, and handling of hazardous materials.
• Conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments, and incident investigations when required.

Equipment & Facility Management

• Ensure all workshop equipment is maintained and operational.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain inventory of materials, consumables, chemicals, and tools.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Supervisory or management experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient in production planning and documentation.
• Experience in industrial coatings or related environments.
• Strong knowledge of coating systems and surface preparation standards.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.
• Understanding HSE requirements.
• Computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• AMPP, ICORR, or equivalent certifications.
• Experience in Xylan, Everslik and Corrosion-resistant coatings

Working Conditions

• Workshop environment with exposure to coatings, solvents, dust and noise.
• Activities may include lifting or moving moderately weighted items, operating workshop tools, and navigating the workspace
• Occasional overtime or weekend work based on workload.

To apply, please send a CV to info@nexusst.co.uk - all applications will be treated in strictest confidence