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The Bodyshop Manager role:
- Up to £75,000 per annum + Bonus
- Excellent Benefits
- Permanent Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bodyshop Manager to join a leading Bodyshop in the Slough area.
Roles and Responsibilities for the Bodyshop Manager role:
- Manage activities of the production/workshop operations to ensure efficient work scheduling
- Maximise utilisation of human resources; parts ordering; site control; sub-contracting; valeting
- Implement/manage work processes to ensure quality/service levels meet or exceed expectations
- Hold daily production meetings to ensure work completion targets with team leaders, parts and reception staff
- Identify training and development needs and (subject to approval) implement required training and/or coaching
Skills and experience required as a Bodyshop Manager:
- Previous experience in a similar role or as a Workshop Control / Bodyshop Manager is required for this position
- A team player approach is essential
- A strong leader, who will lead their team to produce a result in terms of customer service, efficiency, and profit
- You will have a clear understanding of modern repair processes and techniques, also an eye for driving sales opportunities combined with strong interpersonal skills
If you want to hear more about the Bodyshop Manager role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Piam Pishgoo on 01202 552915 or piam@holtautomotive.co.uk to discuss further.
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Type: Permanent Location: Slough,England
Start: 21/03/2025
Salary / Rate: £75000 per annum, Benefits: + Bonus
Posted: 2025-03-21 13:52:04
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Position: Assistant Commissioner
Job ID: 187/173
Location: Ipswich
Rate/Salary: £25K-£26K
Type: Permanent - 40 hours a week.
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors.
We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.
Typically thus person will support the commissioning Skipper and manager with all day to day duties and completing the final preparation of the yachts.
HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business entity.
Duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Commissioner:
Work to pre-agreed targets and schedules set by the Commissioning Manager and Skipper, including rigging and launching yachts.
Occasional work at heights may be required, with training provided and adherence to Safe Systems of Work.
Prepare new yachts under the direction of the Commissioning Skipper and Manager, ensuring readiness for handover to client
Carry out Builders’ Trials and assist in Client Handover Trials.
Liaise with clients, build yards, and suppliers during commissioning and handover to maintain a positive reputation
Assist with boat show setup and breakdown, including occasional delivery passages, which may require working during off-hours (e.g., Christmas & New Year).Assist with maintenance, cleaning, and valeting of yachts under care, including tasks in difficult conditions
Assist clients with delivery passages, in coordination with the Commissioning Manager and Project Manager
Qualifications and requirement for the Assistant Commissioner:
Planning and organising.
Competent user of Microsoft Office, Teams, Word and Excel.Experience
Experience of working for a luxury marine yacht business.
Sailing experience to a degree and willing to work towards a Yacht Master
Flexible and adaptable to business needs
Calm and methodical approach
Team player
Other Requirements that may be desirable:
• Driving licence
• Knowledge of marine industry
• Understanding of Oyster Yachts
• RYA/MCA sailing qualifications
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Ipswich, England
Start: April 2025
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £26000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-03-19 12:55:32
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Working with family-run business in their search for a Workshop Technician.
This company has built a strong reputation for quality and reliability, growing continuously while maintaining its core values and supportive team culture.
Location: Gaydon Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + excellent bonus scheme Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm Training available
The Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with practical experience working with farm machinery to join a small, close-knit team.
You'll be responsible for the refurbishment, repair, and maintenance of agricultural vehicles and machinery, ensuring they are restored to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities:
Refurbishment and repair of agricultural machinery and vehicles
General maintenance and servicing of equipment
Welding and spray painting (if required) (is a great skill to have but not essential)
Valeting and washing machinery before dispatch
Managing time effectively across multiple tasks
Supporting team members and contributing to personal development
What We're Looking For:
Hands-on experience working with farm machinery (essential)
Maintenance and repair experience within agricultural, plant, or heavy machinery
Welding skills (preferred, but training available)
Self-motivated with a practical, problem solving mindset
Good attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary £30,000 - £40,000 (DOE)
Excellent bonus scheme
Training opportunities to enhance your skills
Supportive, family-oriented work environment
Uniform supplied and laundered
Tools provided
Standard working hours - Monday to Friday, no weekends!
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Type: Permanent Location: Gaydon, England
Start: 01/04/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £40000 per annum + bonus, training and more!
Posted: 2025-03-14 09:00:42
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Title: Commissioning Skipper
Location: Ipswich
Salary or Rate: £40K
Hours: Full time
Type: Permanent
HSB ID: 187/170
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors.
We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas – visit our website or LinkedIn page for more.
Typically, this person will be responsible for Skippering and crewing on luxury yachts for local movements, sea trials, handover sails and offshore deliveries.
Full responsibility for safety of yacht and crew always when acting as Skipper.
HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business.
Day to day duties and responsibilities of the Commissioning Skipper:
Oversee other vessels, supporting planning, resources, and boat handling.
Conduct sea trials efficiently, ensuring compliance with Oyster standards.
Maintain accurate records in the Commissioning Log.
Skipper yachts for movements, trials, handovers, and deliveries.
Ensure high safety, seamanship, and boat handling standards.
Handle passage planning, provisioning, briefings, safety, and maintenance.
Follow Safety Management Systems and contribute to improvements.
Assist with boat show deliveries, setup, and breakdown (including holidays).
Troubleshoot sailing and technical systems, working with specialists.
Oversee mast, rigging, and sail fitting; perform rig checks and maintenance.
Act as crew when needed and liaise with owners, crew, and stakeholders.
Maintain cleanliness in maintenance, stores, and valeting.
Report faults and quality issues to the Commissioning Manager.
Provide technical and sailing training for owners and crew.
Support delivery passages, boat shows, regattas, and events.
Perform warranty work, including overseas travel.
Requirements Of the Commissioning Skipper:
Good knowledge of engineering, electrical, technical and electronics systems on modern sailing yachts
Extensive sailing and skippering experience, including on yachts of ~24m.
Experience of sailing in tidal waters and on long offshore passages.
Crew management.
Yacht Master Offshore Sail with commercial endorsement
STCW95 Basic Safety Training, courses taken or revalidated within last five years
ENG1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Travel / working from different sites, a full Driving Licence
Must be flexible in approach to working hours.
Early mornings, late evenings and weekend working are required on occasion, as dictated by tides, weather and deadlines.
Benefits:
25 days annual leave p/year
Employer Pension contribution
0800 – 1630 - 5 days
Flexible Working
Death in Service
Cycle to Work scheme
TELUS Assistance Programme
Sick pay scheme
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who are governed by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Ipswich, England
Start: asap
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £40000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-02-21 12:27:45
