Job Title: Workshop Manager
Salary: competitive salary + company benefits
Location: BCA Burnaston
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Type of Employment: Permanent
Join the UK’s largest B2B Automotive company
At BCA, we’re altogether, more than just a normal automotive company. More than just any other place to work. We’re Europe's largest vehicle remarketing company, the backbone of the UK’s automotive supply chain, the best place to build the career you want.
Now, this is where you fit in…
We’re looking for down-to-earth people, with bags of energy, ready to make their mark on the automotive industry. Our Site Operations play a vital role across our business. Here you can build on your knowledge and find your specialty – the opportunities are endless.
Main purpose of the role:
As Workshop Manager, you will lead the day‑to‑day operation of our Workshop handling new vehicle services to one of the biggest OEMs in the UK, ensuring the safe, efficient and high‑quality processing of vehicles in line with customer, operational and business requirements. You’ll provide strong leadership across all workshop activities, driving performance through effective people management, operational control and continuous improvement.
You will play a key role in promoting a culture centred around Safety, Quality, Productivity and Professional Standards, while supporting the ongoing development of both individuals and departmental performance.
Role Accountabilities:
- Lead workshop operations — oversee daily workflow, labour planning and operational priorities
- Drive safety standards — ensure compliance with H&S, environmental and company policies
- Maintain vehicle quality — ensure all vehicles meet required standards and customer expectations
- Develop and lead teams — motivate, coach and support workshop personnel
- Improve processes — support efficiency, consistency and continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage reporting — monitor KPIs, maintain accurate records and provide updates to senior management
Personal Requirements:
Essential
- Leadership experience in automotive, workshop or operational settings
- Strong understanding of vehicle processing and workshop operations
- Proven ability to manage teams in a fast‑paced environment
- Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills
- Confident using IT systems and operational reporting tools
Desirable
- Experience in automotive logistics or vehicle preparation
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies
- Understanding of H&S and ISO systems
Core Behaviours
- Professional, accountable and customer‑focused
- Strong leadership presence
- Resilient, adaptable and solutions‑driven
- Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence
We’ve put everything in place to ensure you thrive. Competitive salaries, strong core values and an excellent benefits package that includes:
- Onsite parking
- Company Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- An Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
- Access to BCA Rewards which provides online and store discounts with a range of retailers
- And so much more…
BCA Academy
Our business is growing and evolving at a significant rate, and we need to ensure we have the right people with the right skills in order to maintain its success. We need to build our own talent now for the future. It is for this reason we have our own IMI approved training academy.
As the automotive industry changes, we’re changing with it - putting our people in the front seat for the journey. We’re the number one in what we do for a reason and that’s because of the people we have on our teams. If you want to be a part of a business like this; unrivalled, exciting and appreciative of the work you do, join BCA.
We are proud to be Level 1 Disability Confident and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.