HGV Workshop Supervisor

Holt Recruitment Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A vehicle maintenance company in Taunton is looking for an experienced HGV Workshop Supervisor. This role involves overseeing daily operations and leading a team of technicians. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge in HGV maintenance and proven leadership skills. Benefits include a competitive salary of £50,000, daytime hours with no weekends, and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within an HGV or commercial vehicle workshop.
• Strong technical knowledge of HGV maintenance and repair.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Full UK driving licence (HGV licence desirable but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the HGV workshop.
• Lead and support a team of HGV technicians and apprentices.
• Allocate jobs and monitor progress.
• Conduct quality control checks.
• Liaise with fleet managers and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records of work carried out.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Technical knowledge of HGV maintenance

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Location: Taunton

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated HGV Workshop Supervisor to lead our busy commercial vehicle maintenance workshop in Taunton. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take charge of a well-equipped facility, overseeing a team of technicians and ensuring the highest standards of service and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the HGV workshop, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.
• Lead, motivate, and support a team of HGV technicians and apprentices.
• Allocate jobs and monitor progress to meet deadlines and service targets.
• Ensure all vehicles are maintained and repaired to DVSA standards.
• Conduct quality control checks and ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Liaise with fleet managers, suppliers, and other departments to coordinate repairs and servicing.
• Maintain accurate records of work carried out, parts used, and costs incurred.
• Support training and development of workshop staff.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within an HGV or commercial vehicle workshop.
• Strong technical knowledge of HGV maintenance and repair.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Full UK driving licence (HGV licence desirable but not essential).

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £50,000.
• Monday to Friday daytime hours – no weekends!
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement.
• Opportunities for career development and training.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or call Anton on (phone number removed).