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Job Description Workshop Manager - Fleet Management Team Salary: £45,624 to&nbsp; £52,038 per annum Plus £5,000 pa market supplement (subject to annual review) Grade: F Permanent Contract 37 Hours Per Week, core hours &nbsp;08:00 – 16:00, 06:00 – 14:00 when required. About the Department&nbsp; Fleet Management Team are responsible for delivering all Council activities relating to vehicles and plant from procurement through to disposal. Between these stages, our Fleet Management Team are responsible for routine &amp; programmed maintenance services, inspections, reactive repairs, legal requirements, licencing, other statute requirements, ongoing compliance, insurance, fuel management and vehicle &amp; plant supply to all Council frontline operations. &nbsp;&nbsp; About the Role&nbsp; To manage and coordinate the effective use of labour, parts and other resources in respect of; diagnostics, inspections, service and repair of vehicles, plant and equipment, in a safe, efficient and economical manner with due regard to current legislation, Thurrock Council's Maintenance Policy with regard to the operator’s licence and relevant health &amp; safety policies. Ensure workshop tools, equipment, and diagnostic systems are maintained, safe, and calibrated. Ensure all HGVs meet Operator Licence and DVSA standards at all times. To act as the Quality Controller with regards to Thurrock’s MOT station and to undertake regular quality checks of the stations nominated testers in line with VOSA regulations It is essential that applicants hold a full current UK/EU driving licence preferably cat C and hold a recognised level 3 HGV C3; G or equivalent as a minimum. What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li> Ability to manage a team to achieve high levels of performance and quality standards.</li> <li> Ability to organise work priorities and allocate work to meet performance targets.</li> <li> Vehicle maintenance and repair diagnostic skills.</li> <li> Ability to interpret and assimilate technical information.&nbsp;</li> <li> Effective report writing.</li> <li> City and Guilds Full Technological Certificate or equivalent technical qualification.&nbsp;</li> <li> Substantial experience of supervising a HGV vehicle workshop repair and maintenance facility.</li> <li> Substantial experience working in a diagnostic capacity within a vehicle repair environment</li> <li> Demonstrable experience of working with software systems in a transport related environment</li> </ul> Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd January 2026 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;15th February 2026 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Matt Trott - &nbsp;Head of Fleet &amp; Highways Operations Email: <a href="mailto:Mtrott@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mtrott@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQBwiyGd1b8LQJNUesp8JS1FAX_THsXj_uBQzG9fXaJZ0Wg?e=bkIknB" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Workshop Manager

Repairs &amp; Maintenance Operative – Help Keep Our Communities Safe, Functional and Well‑MaintainedAre you a skilled multi‑trade professional who takes pride in delivering high‑quality repairs and great customer service? As a Repairs &amp; Maintenance Operative at Peabody, you’ll provide a responsive and proactive repairs service across our communal and public areas, ensuring our homes, buildings and shared spaces remain safe, functional and well‑maintained.You’ll work closely with colleagues, tenants and partner teams to deliver “right first time” repairs, identify planned maintenance needs, and help us continuously improve the homes and environments our residents rely on every day.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Deliver high‑quality general repairs across Peabody stock, ensuring a “right first time” approach</li><li>Carry out multi‑trade repairs including tiling, painting, plaster patching, carpentry, glazing, minor plumbing, metalwork, fencing, paving and general maintenance</li><li>Proactively identify both reactive and planned repairs and support colleagues in developing planned works programmes</li><li>Maintain and care for tools, plant and company vehicles</li><li>Support quality assurance checks with Peabody officers and tenant inspectors</li><li>Assist with insurance claim reports when required</li><li>Ensure compliance with Health &amp; Safety, Equal Opportunities and Customer Care policies</li><li>Complete safety roles such as Fire Warden or First Aider when required</li><li>Maintain accurate electronic records using handheld devices</li><li>Assess materials required for each job, ensuring minimal waste and best value</li><li>Report defects or additional works required and arrange follow‑on jobs as appropriate</li><li>Support apprentices by providing on-the-job guidance</li><li>Work collaboratively with Caretaking, Neighbourhood, Warden and Asset Management Teams</li><li>Take ownership of positive complaint resolution and represent Peabody professionally</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>A full clean manual UK driving licence</li><li>Strong multi‑trade skills gained through formal qualifications and/or extensive practical experience</li><li>Experience delivering high‑quality repairs in a customer‑focused environment</li><li>Ability to plan, schedule and prioritise work efficiently</li><li>Competent IT skills and confidence using handheld devices</li><li>Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks</li><li>Knowledge of Health &amp; Safety regulations, site safety and COSHH</li><li>Awareness of personal safety and lone working procedures</li><li>Experience working in a Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) setting – desirable</li></ul>Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>30 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li></ul>Please Read Before Applying A Basic DBS check is required for this role. This is a mobile, hands‑on repairs position requiring regular travel across sites.Interviews will take place on Thursday 29th January.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Got questions? Contact George Murphy, Talent Specialist at: <a href="mailto:george.murphy@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</a>





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