HGV Workshop Supervisor

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week

No weekends

OT available

Sick pay

Death in service

Training & development

Career progression

Work-life balance

Supportive environment

Job summary

Venatu Consulting Ltd. is recruiting for an HGV Workshop Supervisor in Widnes to lead a team of technicians in a permanent, full-time role. The position features a 4-day week (Mon-Thu), 6:00am–4:30pm hours, and no weekend work, with overtime opportunities.

You will supervise workshop operations, allocate workloads, and ensure repairs meet timeframes and quality standards. The successful candidate will have prior HGV supervisory experience, a Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance &

Qualifications

• Previous HGV workshop supervisory or team leader experience
• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of HGV mechanical maintenance and repair
• Ability to lead, motivate and support a team
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Focus on quality, safety and getting the job done right
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work under pressure
• Proactive approach and interest in developing others

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting a team of HGV mechanics/technicians
• Planning and allocating daily workload across the workshop
• Delegating jobs to technicians based on skills, experience and workload
• Monitoring job progress and ensuring repairs are completed within timescales
• Carrying out quality control checks and ensuring work meets standards
• Providing technical support and guidance to technicians
• Supporting the training and development of apprentices and less experienced technicians
• Identifying training and development needs within the team
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with health & safety procedures
• Ensuring workshop housekeeping and safety standards are maintained
• Completing and checking relevant paperwork and maintenance records
• Liaising with management regarding workload and issues
• Helping diagnose and resolve more complex mechanical faults
• Ensuring procedures and manufacturer guidelines are followed
• Supporting MOT preparation and compliance
• Managing workshop priorities and urgent repairs

Skills

HGV workshop supervision

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Quality and safety focus

Pressure management

Mentoring others

Education

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

HGV Workshop Supervisor

Location: Widnes

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 4:30pm

Pay: Up to £21.20 per hour

HGV Workshop Supervisor - 4 Day Week | No Weekends

Are you an experienced HGV Technician/Mechanic with previous supervisory experience looking for a better work-life balance?

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Workshop Supervisor to join the busy workshop in Widnes on a permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys leading a team, maintaining high standards and supporting the development of other technicians — while enjoying a 4-day working week with no weekends.

The Role

As an HGV Workshop Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the workshop and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and supporting a team of HGV mechanics/technicians
• Planning and allocating daily workload across the workshop
• Delegating jobs to technicians based on skills, experience and workload
• Monitoring job progress and ensuring repairs are completed within agreed timescales
• Carrying out quality control checks and ensuring work meets company and industry standards
• Providing technical support and guidance to technicians when required
• Supporting the training and development of apprentices and less experienced technicians
• Identifying training and development needs within the team
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with health & safety procedures
• Ensuring workshop housekeeping and safety standards are maintained
• Completing and checking relevant paperwork, job cards and maintenance records
• Liaising with the workshop management team regarding workload, repairs and any issues
• Helping to diagnose and resolve more complex mechanical faults
• Ensuring company procedures and manufacturer guidelines are followed
• Supporting MOT preparation and compliance where required
• Managing workshop priorities and reacting effectively to urgent or unexpected repairs

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Previous HGV workshop supervisory or team leader experience
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of HGV mechanical maintenance and repair
• The ability to confidently lead, motivate and support a team
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A strong focus on quality, safety and getting the job done right
• The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure
• A proactive approach and a genuine interest in developing others

What We Offer

• Up to £21.20 per hour
• Permanent position
• 4-day working week - Monday to Thursday
• 6:00am - 4:30pm
• No weekends
• Overtime available
• Company sick pay
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Great work-life balance
• Supportive and professional working environment

If you're an experienced HGV technician with supervisory experience and you're looking for a role that offers excellent hours, no weekend working and a genuine work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.