HGV Technician Supervisor

NMS Recruit; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide fleet management business is seeking an experienced HGV Technician Supervisor to lead a team at their new site in Coventry. This role focuses on trailer maintenance for a major logistics company. The position offers a competitive salary of £65,000+, including bonuses and plenty of overtime, along with opportunities for professional training and development.

Benefits

£2,000 welcome bonus

Life assurance

Refer a friend scheme (£1,000)

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with strong team supervision.
• Understanding of routine maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to diagnose electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of HGV Technicians.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on trailers.
• Lead by example while working on tools.

Skills

Team motivation and supervision

Routine trailer repairs

Electrical fault diagnosis

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Hydraulic fault diagnosis

Welding and metal working

Education

Qualification in Heavy Goods Maintenance

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

HGV Technician Supervisor

£65,000+
1.5X OVERTIME
NIGHTS - 6PM TO 6AM - 4 ON 4 OFF

We're proud to be partnered with a nationwide fleet management business, who are looking for a skilled HGV Technician ready to take the next step in their career and become a Team Leader at their brand new, state-of-the-art site in Coventry. The company is a well-established provider of HGV maintenance and repair services for over 30 years, trusted by some of the UK's largest commercial fleet operators to keep their vehicles on the road.

The role has a particular focus around the maintenance & repair of a fleet of trailers for one of the biggest logistics companies in the country. We're looking for passionate people to join this mission and drive the business forwards; it's an opportunity to be a part of one of the fastest growing, most forward-thinking teams in the fleet industry. As a Team Leader, you'll be responsible for managing a small team of up to 4 HGV Technicians whilst also leading by example by working on the tools yourself.

The Requirements:

• Qualification in Heavy Goods Maintenance or experience in a similar role
• Experienced motivating & supervising a team
• Strong understanding of routine trailer repairs & servicing
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis
• Experience preparing trailers for MOT testing
• Have own basic tools, with larger equipment provided on site
• Exposure to elements of welding and metal working

The Package:

• £65,000+ earnings (including shift allowance & bonus)
• £2,000 welcome bonus
• Overtime paid 1.5x hourly rate with plenty available
• 4 on 4 off working pattern, 6am to 6pm
• Life assurance
• £1,000 refer a friend scheme
• Opportunity to complete training such as IRTEC, LOLER & BPW

If you're an experienced HGV Technician who is looking for a new challenge at a business who can help push them to the next level in their career, then this is the role for you. Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will reach out.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.