Fleet Maintenance Workshop Supervisor

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

33 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

NHS discounts

Car Lease Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

NHS Mortgages

Childcare Vouchers

Job summary

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Fleet Supervisor to lead the Bolton workshop, overseeing daily operations and ensuring vehicles are serviced to DVSA standards. The role requires supervisory experience and a full UK driving licence.

Joining NWAS provides opportunities for professional development, a structured management framework, and involvement in a modern, high‑volume fleet environment with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Technology or equivalent.
• Diploma or Certificate in vehicle workshop management.
• Full UK Driving Licence with C1/D1 entitlement.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of the fleet workshop.
• Ensure Trust vehicles are serviced, repaired and maintained to DVSA standards.
• Supervise vehicle technicians, apprentices, fleet drivers and workshop staff.
• Oversee shift pattern and ensure throughput with minimal delays.

Skills

Analytical skills

IT skills

Health Safety

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Team leadership

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Tech

Diploma in Workshop Management

Full UK Driving Licence (C1/D1)

Job description

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to providing services which embrace diversity and which promote equality of opportunity. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet our minimum selection criteria at each stage of the selection process. We will not tolerate discrimination on any of the following: gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, colour, nationality, religion, age, disability, working pattern, caring responsibilities trade union activity or political beliefs-or any other grounds.

At NWAS, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive. Our Anti-racist Statement sets out our commitment to becoming an anti-racist organisation and ensures these principles are embedded throughout our recruitment practices.

Our workforce is currently under-represented by people from black and minority ethnic backgrounds, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. By building a workforce that better reflects the diverse communities we serve, we can provide the right care, at the right time, in the right place, every time.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a large number of applications are received.

Due to the volume of applications received for our advertisements, we will only contact those candidates shortlisted for interview via email; we aim to do this within 4 weeks of the closing date. If you do not receive the email, it will be that you have not been shortlisting on this occasion. When applying for this position, it is essential that you read the job description and person specification fully. Please use the supporting information space to demonstrate your ability to undertake this role, drawing on your skills, knowledge and experience.

We also offers a range of excellent benefits including

• a pension scheme
• up to 33 days Annual leave (exclusive of bank holidays)
• training and development opportunities
• access to NHS discounts
• Car Lease Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• NHS Mortgages
• Childcare Vouchers

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Fleet Supervisor to join the team at our Bolton Workshop.

The role of NWAS Fleet Supervisor is to manage, supervise and control the day-to-day running of the fleet workshop and staff, including vehicle technicians, apprentices, fleet drivers and workshop assistants. Ensure all Trust vehicles (Petrol / Diesel / Hybrid and EV) are serviced, repaired and maintained to the Trust and DVSA’s exacting standards.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant must hold a recognised apprenticeship e.g. Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent experience along with NVQ or C&G Level 3 qualifications. Diploma or Certificate in vehicle workshop management, general management, or evidence of relevant supervisory experience. A full UK driving license is essential for this post along with having full category C1 entitlement.

Working in a modern workshop environment, our fleet supervisor’s benefit from significant levels of training, job satisfaction, and an opportunity to progress their current skill sets and CPD whilst being
supported by a dedicated management team structure, ensuring our teams have everything available to maximize vehicle throughput, reduced workshop delays and minimal supply chain frustrations.

With over 1185 vehicles across the entire NWAS Fleet, each day offers variety.

Operational requirements for the workshops cover 365 days per year via a rotating shift pattern which attracts an additional salary uplift of approximately 12.5% on top of the basic salary banding.

Working for our organisation

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.

Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.
We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.

Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.

We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Visa sponsorship is not possible for this role for either candidates or existing employees. This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker/ Health and Care Worker visas as set out at gov.uk. Graduate visa holders should have no expectation of long-term employment through sponsorship. Additionally, your visa conditions and validity period must allow you to work in the role question and for a suitable period to allow training and execution without requiring sponsorship.

Please ensure that you have read and understood the job description and person specification before applying.

Person specification

• Analytical, judgemental and problem-solving skills.
• Administrative and IT skills.
• Comprehensive technical, Health and Safety and Legislative knowledge.
• Ability to have a flexible approach and able to work on own initiative.
• Work in partnership with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Have a flexible approach to work in locations as and when required.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines Customer service skills Financial budget control and commercial awareness skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner.
• Able to communicate across wide demographic boundaries in an appropriate manner Strong management, motivational and leadership skills.
• Respects and applies patient confidentiality at all times.
• Able to operate all equipment safely and in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and protocols.

Qualification and Knowledge

• NVQ Level 3 Mechanics and Technicians certificate in Motor Vehicle Technology or equivalent, such as City and Guilds.
• Diploma or Certificate in vehicle workshop management, general management, or evidence of relevant supervisory experience.
• Full Driving Licence, C1 + D1 or working towards.

Experience

• Experience at a supervisory level in the management of fleet maintenance workshops.
• Significant experience of working as a Motor Vehicle Technician in a workshop environment.
• Working knowledge of UK and EU Transport, Construction & Use Regulations, Vehicle Inspectorate Legislation and relevant Codes of Practice relative to Road Transport Management.
• Thorough knowledge of health safety and risk regulations relating to vehicles, equipment’s, workshop and safe working practice.
• Experience in supervision, leadership and managing a team.
• Flexible and highly motivated.
• Project a professional image.

Values and Behaviours

• Working together – demonstrate collaborative and inclusive working and challenge behaviour that is not inclusive or acceptable.

Values and Behaviours

• Being at our best – professional and adaptable and takes pride in work.
• Making a difference – act with compassion, kindness and integrity towards everyone.

Any offer of employment may be withdrawn if you knowingly withhold information, provide false or misleading information.

Should you be successful at interview stage successful candidates will receive a conditional offer of employment, this will be subject to the NHS Employment Checks Standards.

A valid right to work and identity check

Reference checks -Thiswill cover a minimum of a three year period and will include a request for the number of days and occasions of sickness absence covering a minimum two year period. In line with equality legislation, the earliest point at which we will ask health related questions is when an offer of employment has been made. Absences related to disability may be excluded from these considerations; consideration would be given as to what would be a reasonable attendance level, based on the information available. Absences related to pregnancy, maternity and/or gender reassignment will be excluded from these considerations. Detailed information on the NHS Employment Checks Standards is available on the NHS Employers website; search ‘employment checks’.

DBS Checks - If the post is subject to DBS disclosure, a charge will be made for this disclosure.

Occupational Health - You will require satisfactory medical clearance.

Whilst not a condition of employment, all staff are encouraged to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as this remains the best lined of defence against COVID-19.

From 1 st September 2018, Section 2 of the Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions will automatically apply to the calculation of unsocial hours for all appointments that commence in post from this date (except secondments).

If you do not have regular access to your email please contact a member of the HR Hub Team on 03451122018.