HGV Workshop Manager

J Dickinson and Sons Ltd; Blackrod; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Cash Plan (dental & optics

Contributory pension scheme

Group Life Insurance

33 days annual leave

Weekly pay

Job summary

J. Dickinson & Sons in Horwich is seeking an experienced HGV Workshop Manager to maintain, repair and inspect our growing fleet.

You will lead the workshop team, plan maintenance, minimise downtime and ensure safety, compliance and cost‑effective repairs. The role requires an HGV repair qualification or substantial experience, a Category C licence and proven leadership in a time‑critical environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified in HGV repair and maintenance or equivalent experience.
• Category C driving licence.
• Extensive experience managing HGV repairs and maintenance.
• Strong leadership with line management experience.
• Knowledge of workshop health and safety.
• Understanding of Operator Licence and DVSA requirements.
• Ability to work in a time‑critical environment with vehicle availability.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commercially aware with repair methods, time and cost decisions.
• Calm, organized and decisive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an effective maintenance plan for fleet vehicles and trailers.
• Prioritise repairs and maintenance by safety, cost, and operations.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance and repairs to minimise downtime.
• Create a prioritised schedule for inspections, servicing and MOT preparation.
• Ensure fleet compliance with operator licence and DVSA requirements.
• Lead and develop the HGV Workshop team to improve processes and efficiency.
• Coordinate with Transport Manager and Planning to match availability.
• Communicate planned maintenance and downtime in operational planning.
• Respond to urgent repairs and breakdowns in a time‑critical environment.
• Foster proactive maintenance culture rather than reactive repairs.

Skills

HGV maintenance

Team leadership

Planning & organisation

Health & safety

Communication

Education

HGV repair qualification

Relevant maintenance management certification

Job description

LEAD. MAINTAIN. IMPROVE. KEEP OUR FLEET MOVING.

Are you an experienced HGV Workshop Manager who knows what it takes to keep a busy fleet safe, compliant and on the road? We are looking for a hands‑on, organised and forward‑thinking HGV Workshop Manager to take responsibility for the maintenance, repair and inspection of our growing fleet.

The role

This is a key role within our operation, working closely with the Transport Manager and Planning Team to ensure our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards, downtime is kept to an absolute minimum, and the fleet is available when our customers need it. Working closely with the Transport Manager, you will plan, manage and deliver an efficient fleet maintenance operation, ensuring repairs and servicing are completed safely, professionally and as economically as possible.

You Will

• Develop and implement an effective, organised maintenance and repair plan for fleet vehicles and trailers.
• Prioritise repairs and maintenance in line with safety, compliance, operational requirements, time and cost.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance and responsive repairs to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Develop and manage a prioritised schedule for inspections, servicing and MOT preparation.
• Ensure the fleet remains compliant with our operator licence requirements and DVSA regulations.
• Lead, manage and develop the HGV Workshop team, driving continuous improvement across workshop processes, standards and efficiency.
• Work closely with the Transport Manager and Planning team to ensure vehicle availability matches operational requirements.
• Communicate effectively with Transport and Planning colleagues so that planned maintenance and vehicle downtime can be incorporated into operational planning.
• Respond effectively to urgent repairs and breakdowns in a time‑critical operational environment.
• Help to build a proactive maintenance culture rather than simply reacting to vehicle defects.

About You

You’ll be a confident leader who can organise a busy workshop, manage competing priorities and make sound decisions when operational pressures are high. We’re looking for someone who can lead from the front, develop their team and work collaboratively with Transport and Planning to deliver the best possible fleet availability.

You Will Have

• Relevant qualification in HGV repair and maintenance, or significant compensating experience.
• Valid Category C driving licence.
• Significant proven experience managing HGV repairs and maintenance.
• Previous line management and team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of workshop health and safety.
• A thorough understanding of fleet maintenance requirements, inspections and compliance.
• Knowledge of Operator Licence and DVSA requirements.
• Experience working in a time‑critical operational environment where vehicle availability is essential.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• The ability to make commercially sensible decisions around repair methods, time and cost.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with Transport and Planning teams.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• The ability to remain calm, organised and decisive when operational pressures are high.

The package

• Salary £52k – £60k per annum, depending on experience
• 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 1 in 2 Saturdays as required, paid extra
• Weekly pay
• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Health Care Cash Plan, including dental and optical
• Contributory pension scheme
• Group Life Insurance cover
• Long Service holidays and awards
• Comprehensive Employee Assist Programme
• Employee Referral Programme
• Free skip offered to employees every year
• Full PPE and branded uniform supplied
• Lots of fantastic staff engagement events

Why J. Dickinson & Sons?

J. Dickinson & Sons was established in 1939, and we are proud to continue to serve the community as a family‑owned and run business today. At the heart of our business is the desire to provide a professional and accessible service whilst working to dispose of waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. We are a fast‑paced and entrepreneurial organisation, not afraid to try new things and do things differently, and as such we are growing fast and performing well in the industry. Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities in Horwich include our £4.5 million waste processing plant, which allows us to process and separate even more recyclable waste. As a result, we are always looking to expand our team of dedicated staff.

Our values

J. Dickinson & Sons welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone.