HGV Mechanic / Workshop Manager

Manpower UK Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle services company near Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Senior HGV Mechanic / Workshop Supervisor. This role involves overseeing the workshop operations, managing a fleet of HGVs, and ensuring high standards of safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a background in mechanical work, making an impact in a growing team. Competitive compensation of £55,000 to £65,000 per year based on experience.

Benefits

21 holidays plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience as an HGV mechanic or in a similar role.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams.
• Ability to oversee maintenance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine servicing and repairs of HGVs.
• Plan and manage preventative maintenance schedules.
• Lead and support the workshop team.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical expertise

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Workshop management software

Job description

Location : Wolverhampton

Salary : £55,000 to £65,000 per year (around 50 hours per week)

Hours : Monday to Friday, 6:00am-4:00pm; every other Saturday, 6:00am-11:00am

Holidays : 21 days plus bank holidays (Good Friday is a working day)

We're working with a long-established waste management and vehicle services company based near Wolverhampton city centre, and they're growing their team. They're now looking for an experienced Senior HGV Mechanic / Workshop Supervisor to take charge of the workshop and help drive the next stage of their expansion.

In this role, you'll be the go-to person for the day-to-day running of the workshop. You'll oversee a fleet of around 50 HGVs, along with various plant and machinery, splitting your time between hands-on mechanical work and leading the team, keeping standards high, and making sure everything runs smoothly and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee routine servicing, MOT prep, repairs, inspections, diagnostics and brake testing
• Plan and manage a strong preventative maintenance schedule for all vehicles and machinery
• Put clear workshop processes in place to keep everything compliant and efficient
• Keep on top of maintenance records and compliance paperwork
• Monitor workshop spend and look for ways to cut costs and increase efficiency
• Lead, motivate and support the workshop team
• Help improve and modernise workshop processes and systems
• Build a posi...