Lead Maintenance Workshop Assistant (HGV & Diagnostics)

United Utilities; Clive; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 26 days plus 8 bank hols

Pension with up to 14% employer contr.

Performance bonus up to 7.5%

Healthcare plan

EVolve Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

United Utilities in Winsford, GBR, invites application for an Assistant Maintenance Workshop Controller. The role focuses on efficient, safe maintenance of ~2300 assets, including ~300 HGVs, with a hands-on lead in diagnostics and MOT prep.

You will support Workshop Technicians, mentor apprentices, and drive KPIs while ensuring compliance and high fleet availability in a fast-paced Transport Services environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 HGV Repair and Maintenance certificate required.
• IRTEC vehicle inspection technician qualification required.
• Must have a valid driving licence including C&E driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform Monthly Workshop Health and Safety inspections, liaise with the Workshop Controller and take appropriate action to minimise Health and Safety risks
• Responsible for maximising fleet availability by ensuring adherence to VOR targets for the garage, and to ensure all maintenance compliance obligations are met
• To carry out fleet maintenance on a range of assets including, HGV, trailers, plant equipment
• Ensure that all service KPIs are achieved by carrying out effective maintenance on a range of assets
• Oversee Technicians to ensure a safe working environment and as a mentor to apprentices
• Provide technical support and diagnostic expertise to ensure accurate and safe maintenance is completed

Skills

Vehicle electrics & diagnostics

Team leadership & mentoring

HGV maintenance experience

Diagnostics & problem solving

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Education

NVQ level 3 HGV Repair and Maintenance certificate

IRTEC vehicle inspection technician

Job description

United Utilities in Winsford, GBR, invites application for an Assistant Maintenance Workshop Controller. The role focuses on efficient, safe maintenance of ~2300 assets, including ~300 HGVs, with a hands-on lead in diagnostics and MOT prep.

You will support Workshop Technicians, mentor apprentices, and drive KPIs while ensuring compliance and high fleet availability in a fast-paced Transport Services environment.