HGV Technician Night Shift Supervisor

HGVTraders LTD.; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training provided

Enhanced parental leave

Annual bonus scheme

Loan car scheme

25 days holiday + public holidays

Overtime available

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Branded overalls

Discounts on major retailers

Job summary

Scania Maidstone is recruiting a Night Shift Supervisor for the HGV workshop in Maidstone. You will lead a team of technicians, coordinate workloads, and ensure safety protocols are followed during the 21:00–06:00 shift.

You will drive performance, mentor apprentices, and maintain high standards on job cards to prevent warranty issues. The role offers in-house training, a strong benefits package and a clear path for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a workshop team and coordinating technicians.
• Strong focus on health and safety at all times.
• Ability to provide technical guidance to staff and customers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and organise the workshop team whilst managing productivity and efficiencies.
• Be the go-to for any support required for Technician and workshop staff.
• Be able to provide technical knowledge to your team of technicians as well as customers when required.
• Ensure all work is authorised to a high standard.
• Promote high standards on job card write up to prevent warranty rejections.
• Mentor apprentices to empower them to become the future of tomorrow.

Skills

People leadership

Workshop management

Health & safety

Technical knowledge

Job description

HGV Technician Shift Supervisor – Maidstone

Shift Pattern – Night Shift 21:00 – 06:00

£24.17 to £29.50 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package, including:

• In-house training provided to support career progression and increase earnings
• Enhanced parental leave
• Eligibility to annual bonus scheme
• Access to a great loan car scheme
• 25 days holiday (increases with service) plus public holidays
• Overtime available
• Company matched pension scheme
• 4x basic salary life insurance
• Branded overalls provided
• Discounts on major retail outlets, including groceries

An exciting opportunity to join our team at Scania Maidstone at the heart of all workshop activity. You will be an organised people leader, with proven workshop experience, who encourages and promotes a team environment. You will manage a team of skilled technicians, providing guidance, support, and ensuring a safe place to work, through excellent Health and Safety protocols. You will be passionate about the efficient running of the Workshop and pro-active communication, delivering a fantastic service to all customers.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee and organise the workshop team whilst managing productivity and efficiencies.
• Be the go-to for any support required for Technician and workshop staff.
• Be able to provide technical knowledge to your team of technicians as well as customers when required.
• Ensure all work is authorised to a high standard.
• Promote high standards on job card write up to prevent warranty rejections.
• Mentor apprentices to empower them to become the future of tomorrow.

Closing Date: 16/10/2026

Please note, the closing date for this role is subject to change pending volume of applications.

We understand that every candidate is unique, and we strive to accommodate your needs. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please reach out to our Recruitment Team at [e-mail], we’ll be happy to discuss these with you.

Part-time / Full-time: Full-time

Permanent / Temporary: Permanent

Country/Region: GB

Location(s): Maidstone, GB, ME14 3AA

Required Travel: 0%

Workplace: On-site