Workshop Supervisor

Job Title: Workshop Supervisor
Shift: Monday to Friday, 730am-4pm  
Location: Grantham
Salary: £38,000 basic

Are you a Workshop Supervisor looking for a varied role with a great work-life balance and the opportunity to work on a unique and diverse fleet? We’re looking for a skilled technician to join a well-established operation responsible for maintaining a fleet of 46 gritters and 80 minibuses, along with a range of light commercial vehicles across five sites throughout Lincolnshire.

About the Workshop Supervisor Role: As Workshop Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the workshop, ensuring vehicles are maintained and repaired to a high standard while supporting and supervising the workshop team.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising the day-to-day activities of the workshop and allocating work to technicians.
• Supporting and managing a team of technicians to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Carrying out maintenance, servicing, repairs and modifications across the fleet where required.
• Overseeing work primarily on cars and vans, with some HGV and trailer work.
• Monitoring vehicle repairs and ensuring jobs are completed within required timescales.
• Carrying out fault diagnosis and providing technical support to the workshop team.
• Ensuring vehicles are prepared for MOT testing and returned to service safely.
• Supporting with vehicle inspections, preventative maintenance and overhauls.
• Ensuring all workshop procedures comply with company policies, health and safety legislation and industry standards.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, equipment and workshop safety.
• Liaising with management and other departments regarding vehicle availability, repairs and maintenance requirements.
• Monitoring the quality of workmanship and providing guidance and support to technicians.
• Assisting with the development and training of workshop staff.

The Successful Workshop Supervisor Will Have:

• Recognised industry qualifications, such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3, in Heavy Vehicle Service, Maintenance and Repair or a similar discipline.
• Previous experience within a commercial vehicle, LCV or HGV workshop.
• Previous supervisory or team-leading experience within a workshop environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of vehicle maintenance, servicing and repair.
• Experience working on LCVs, with HGV and trailer experience highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to prioritise workload and manage a busy workshop environment.
• A strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
• The ability to lead by example and maintain high standards of workmanship.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced HGV Technician looking for a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information or to discuss your next career move, contact Macy at Kemp Recruitment on 07833 490715.

Reference: INDCG