Garage Workshop Supervisor

D R Newitt & Associates; Corby; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Corby is seeking a Garage Workshop Supervisor to oversee workshop operations and maintain the vehicle fleet. You will ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and manage maintenance tasks efficiently. Ideal candidates will have experience in vehicle diagnostics and hold relevant educational qualifications. The role offers a salary of £50K, a supportive work environment, and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Challenging tasks with personal responsibility

Flexible work time models

Continual learning and growth opportunities

Subsidized health and fitness offers

Support for maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Demonstrable vehicle workshop experience required.
• LGV licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workshop operation and maintain vehicle fleet.
• Liaise with distribution manager for planned vehicle maintenance.
• Ensure vehicle compliance with safety and legislative standards.
• Organise MOT preparation and manage vehicle records.

Skills

Familiarity with common Microsoft Applications

Competent at vehicle diagnostics

Understanding of DoT operating methods and procedures

Knowledge of bulk tanker pressure systems

Education

GSCE educated, with grade C or above in mathematics and English

City & Guilds in Motor Vehicle Engineering or equivalent

Certificate of professional competence in Road Transport

Job description

Market leading Manufacturer now looking to recruit...

ROLE

BASED CORBY, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

An opportunity has arisen for a Garage workshop Supervisor in Corby. The main purpose of this role is to oversee the workshop operation and maintain the vehicle fleet operated by the company based to the standard set by the Fleet Engineer and Dept of Transport. Ensure compliance with health and safety / environmental legislations.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with the distribution manager to achieve planned maintenance/servicing of company operated vehicles.
• Organise the workshop throughput and controls work levels, ensuring the most economical use of manpower/facility resources.
• Ensures that all vehicles are maintained to the standards laid down by the Fleet Engineer, receiving advice from him on legislative changes which occur from time to time and may affect existing standards.
• Informs the distribution department of any vehicle downtime likely to affect operations.
• Organises MOT preparation and bookings, liaising with distribution for release of the vehicle in time for any reorganisation required.
• Maintaining all vehicle records including defect reports
• Ensures that all maintenance is carried out in the most economical manner, particularly in the area where decisions in a repair or replace situation occurs.
• Organise outside repair services such as warranty, specialist repairs, tyre servicing and other items under consultation with the Fleet Engineer.
• Is responsible for ensuring all workshop equipment is maintained in safe working condition as required by legislation.

CANDIDATE

• Familiarity with common Microsoft Applications
• competent at vehicle diagnostics
• Understanding of DoT operating methods and procedures
• LGV licence (Preferred)
• Knowledge of bulk tanker pressure systems
• GSCE educated, with grade C or above in mathematics and English or equivalent
• City & Guilds in Motor Vehicle Engineering or recognised equivalent qualification
• Certificate of professional competence in Road Transport (or equivalent)
• Demonstrable vehicle workshop experience

Benefits

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity.
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading company.
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers.
• This is a business where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life.
• Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave.

This Company is an advocate of having a workforce who are aware of their mental health. In addition to their network of Mental Health First Aiders, all new starters to the business will be enrolled in 'Mental Health Aware' training within three months.

Monday- Friday 8am-5pm

25 Days Holidays + Stats

Pension 6%, 10%

Salary £50K