Workshop Manager

Job information

Job reference: BH-69999
Location: Grays, Thurrock
Job type: Full Time, Permanent
Job sector: HGV / Truck
Salary: £55000 - £60500 per annum
Published: January 27, 2026

Description

Workshop Manager – HGV Dealership (West Thurrock)
Salary: £55,000 + 10% Bonus
Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00
Location: West Thurrock

Our client, a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, is looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to lead a busy HGV workshop. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for technician management, workshop performance, and delivering an excellent customer experience.

What You’ll Do

Manage daily workshop operations and technician workload
Ensure all repairs and services are completed on time and to quality standards
Monitor and improve workshop productivity, efficiency, and profitability
Support customers with clear communication and problem-solving
Report on workshop KPIs and ensure accurate invoicing and documentation
Identify training needs and support ongoing staff development

What We’re Looking For

Experience in an HGV workshop at Supervisor level or above
Strong leadership and people-management skills
Confident in planning, productivity management, and KPI reporting
Customer-facing experience with good problem-solving ability
Ideally a Level 3 HGV Technician qualification

If you’re an experienced workshop leader looking for the next step, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

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Your consultant

Jamie Hicken

Divisional Manager - Dealer, Retail and Bus & Coach

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Emma G.

3 days ago

Jamie has been fantastic and so supportive and helpful through the process. She has also been checking in regularly to make sure I have all the correct info for the interview and since that just checking in with me making sure everything is good. Attention to detail has been spot on and she is very easy to like and talk to, friendly positive full of life and very thoughtful and caring. Would highly recommend to friends in the future.

Adam P.

4 days ago

Good service

Liam T.

5 days ago

Karla at Kemp Recruitment was a huge help in getting my job. Very positive attitude, and kept me informed throughout the whole process. I would happily use this recruitment company again

Lee B.

5 days ago

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10/10 would definitely recommend working with kemp

rbgarry123

1 week ago

Have had the pleasure of getting to deal with Jamie and Megan. They've been ever so helpful and have found me a nice sounding job that should suite me! Didn't take very long either

Big thank you guys

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1 week ago

I had a great experience using Kemp Recruitment to secure my new role as a Forklift Engineer. The process was fast, seamless, and completely stress free. Huge thanks to Jack, who kept me thoroughly informed and supported throughout the entire journey. Highly recommended!

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3 weeks ago

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3 weeks ago

I Dealt with Callan Ryan in my venture for employment, I would like to say that Callan made the process for me so simple and he was available whenever I needed his help, I would highly recommend Kemp Recruitment, and especially Callan Ryan.

Many Thanks
And keep up the good work 👍

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3 weeks ago

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4 weeks ago

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4 weeks ago

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4 weeks ago

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4 weeks ago

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1 month ago

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1 month ago

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1 month ago

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1 month ago

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1 month ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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I have youse this company many moons ago ,then out the blue lily contacted me to see how things are and the right time in my career change is was as I just started to think to move on,

After a nice chat and catch up she explained there was a role with her colleague Jamie Warburton that would suit my skill set , morals and work life ballance

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2 months ago

Great experience from start to finish Paul was very professional and got me in for interview straight away no messing around made it happen right away couldn’t thank the team enough

Nathan P.

2 months ago

It has been a pleasure working with Beth over the years. Always happy to help! 🙂

Philip

2 months ago

From
Start to finish jack and Sam we’re so helpful, got me a role and went above and beyond to get me the right package !!

Abdoulaye S.

2 months ago

Best agency ever thanks for securing me a job in cork am grateful Beth stay blessed hug thanks for everything and Lillie many thanks 😊

Tony

2 months ago

Karla was amazing, she found me a job and got me an interview in a very short time. Thankyou very much karla

paul G.

2 months ago

I dealt with Beth She was very experienced in her field in finding me workshop staff, Her Communication was excellent and it was a pleasure working with her throughout this experience.

Rob H.

2 months ago

Beth was absolutely brilliant, she managed to get me the job straight away! Her communication was excellent replying to my messages straight away and answering any questions I had! I highly recommend Kemp Recruitment and I highly recommend speaking to Beth if your looking for work!

Adrian T.

2 months ago

Our contact Beth Hills is most engaging and proactive regarding our group requirements. Beth has obviously taken on board exactly what we require and her performance to date has been exemplary.
We have experienced considerable success with the candidates we have engaged. I find it refreshing that Beth actually takes the time to contact us after candidate engagement for an update on their performance.
Many thanks Beth for making mine and my colleagues life a little easier. Kind regards Adrian TMS Group Engineering Director.

George I.

2 months ago

Fantastic communication, friendly people. Highly recommend. Bethany comes across very professional and was really helpful

Sean I.

2 months ago

Overall great service. Beth has been fundamental throughout the recruitment process with all candidates and still continues to support the business in ensuring we are recruiting the best possible engineers.

Geoff Darren E.

2 months ago

Celi and Jamie have both been absolutely incredible to deal with. I applied via indeed and Celi sent me a text message asking when would be good to catch up. We had a catch up the next morning where we discussed the role and experiences.. my CV was sent to the client and an interview was organised by Jamie.
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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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Id definitely use and recommend again.

Thank you 😊

Tracey F.

2 months ago

I wanted to express my gratitude to the team for helping me to secure a new position.
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2 months ago

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