Overview of role

Location: West Bromwich, Midlands
Salary: Competitive 
Hours: 45
Contract Type: Permanent

Would you like to be part of a winning team leading our skilled technicians to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our fleet?

We have a fantastic opportunity for a VMU Front Line Manager to join our Vehicle Maintenance Unit at Allied Bakeries, West Bromwich. This is a key operational role responsible for ensuring our fleet operates safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with legislation and company standards.

As VMU Front Line Manager, you’ll lead and develop a team of vehicle technicians, coordinators and administrators, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance. You’ll play a pivotal role in keeping our logistics operation running smoothly, ensuring high vehicle availability, meeting compliance targets, and supporting the delivery of freshly baked goods to our customers every day.

Why Choose Allied Bakeries?

We’re not just known for our bread! As one of the UK’s top bakeries, we take pride in delivering more than delicious loaves, we’re also a great place to work. With a 3.9 rating on Glassdoor and 3.1 on Indeed, we’re proud to be an employer of choice for many.

At Allied Bakeries, we believe in safety, teamwork, continuous improvement and we’re looking for passionate, committed people who want to grow with us.

This role would suit a qualified vehicle technician with proven leadership experience in a commercial vehicle maintenance environment, who thrives on accountability and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

Your duties as a VMU Front Line Manager will include:

• Planning the workload, sourcing parts for repairs and servicing in accordance with all company and legal requirements.

• Upskilling and development of the small team of VMU technicians.

• Monitoring all defects and ensuring repairs are completed promptly.

• Ensuring all spares ordered meet company standards and are purchased from approved suppliers.

• Maintaining audit readiness at all times (DVSA, AB Central, Stock Check).

• Ensuring all LOLER inspections are completed in line with inspection schedules and that repairs are completed within agreed timeframes.

• Demonstrating understanding of the financial system and reviewing weekly cost reports.

• Conducting bi-annual Technician 1-2-1 performance reviews.

• Working alongside the Regional VMU Manager to deliver a high-quality VMU service to all departments.

• Taking the lead in the day-to-day organisation of the workshop and workload.

• Actively promoting a Safety First ethos within the VMU, leading by example.

• Supporting the development of apprentices within the VMU.

• Ensuring servicing and repairs are carried out in accordance with all legal and company requirements.

What We’re Looking For

Although job accountabilities are clear, working from your own initiative is a key benefit in this role. You’ll be:

• A qualified Vehicle Technician
• Experienced in leading a small team, focusing on shared good working practices and continuous improvement.
• Proactive in driving your own personal development, demonstrating a positive “can do” attitude and consistently reflecting our company values.
• Committed to adopting a Safety First mindset, adhering to safe systems of work, and reporting any defects or hazards promptly.
• Flexible in your approach, able to move between various tasks, and open to learning and developing new skills to support wider business functions.
• Able to maintain a clean, safe, and legal environment, meeting agreed standards in hygiene, housekeeping, and compliance.
• Highly organised, with strong planning, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Skilled in analysing data to drive informed decisions.
• A confident communicator who ensures first-class communication with Transport and Warehousing departments.

What’s In It For You

• A permanent role in a stable and growing company.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• 24 days annual leave
• Up to 10% matching employer pension contributions plus Life Assurance.
• Simplyhealth plan available for you to sign up to.
• Set hours to help keep your work-life balance intact.
• Free onsite parking.
• Extra Slice – our company discount scheme offering great savings at over 500 retailers.
• Enjoy discounts on our tasty products!