PCV Vehicle Technician Supervisor

First Rail; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 93,677,000 - 103,320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual pay review

Smart health cover

Pension - 5% matched by us

Employee retail discount scheme

Life assurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym membership

Job summary

Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS) seeks a skilled PCV Vehicle Technician Supervisor to lead the engineering team at the Bridgwater workshop. You will supervise technicians, ensure high standards of maintenance, and keep the fleet ready for service.

This hands-on leadership role requires NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (PCV preferred), supervisory experience, IT competency, and a valid driving licence. BPSS check is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or C&G in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (PCV preferred).
• Supervisory experience required across a workshop environment.
• Competent with IT and workshop management systems.
• Valid driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• This is a hands-on supervisory role with input on the workshop floor.
• Lead daily pre-shift briefings, safety messages and toolbox talks.
• Prioritise and allocate planned and unplanned work effectively.
• Monitor shift operation and supervise technicians.
• Perform periodic vehicle inspection standard audits.
• Ensure housekeeping and cleanliness meet high standards.
• Champion safe working practices at all times.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Competent with IT

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (PCV preferred)

Job description

At Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS) we are dedicated to providing the perfect journey.

SPS was formed in 2016 and serves the passenger transport needs of the EDF Nuclear Project at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in Bridgwater, the largest construction project in Europe. We are the only transport provider for the thousands of people who go to the construction site daily to work or visit. We are now bringing this experience to Sizewell C in Suffolk, providing safe, reliable, and efficient transport for its workforce.

We are first and foremost a people business with our colleagues and clients at our heart. We bring together an exceptional mix of people to provide specialist passenger transport solutions, delivering excellence in all that we do.

We continue to invest in our people, our services and state-of-the-art technology as we look to improve our customers' experiences. Our drivers undergo rigorous training focused on safety, responsibility, and customer service, ensuring those on board have an enjoyable journey.

SPS is a division of First Bus.

We're looking for a skilled and motivated PCV Vehicle Technician Supervisor to lead our engineering team and play a vital role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable and ready for service. You'll provide hands on leadership across our workshop operation, ensuring our vehicles meet the highest standards and are maintained to support the reliable service our passengers depend on every day.

Salary: £32.51ph

Specific Hours

Average 42hrs per week working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
12hr shifts, alternating 4 days (0630 - 1900) & 4 nights (1830 - 0700)

Key responsibilities

• This is a working Supervisor role and will require hands on input
• Delivery of daily pre-shift brief, safety messages and Toolbox Talks
• Prioritising and effectively allocating both planned and unplanned work
• Monitoring the shift operation and supervising shift technicians
• Performing periodic vehicle inspection standard audits
• Ensuring housekeeping and cleanliness are maintained to high standards
• Demonstrating and championing high levels of safe working practices at all times

Key requirements

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or C&G equivalent or above in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (PCV preferred)
• Supervisory experience
• Competent with IT
• Driving licence

Hold (or willing to undertake provided training)

• IOSH Working Safely
• Banks Person
• First Aid
• Possession of IRTEC licence (Inspection / Service Maintenance Technician)

Desirable

• PCV (Category D) licence
• Influencer Training
• Level 3 H&S Supervisor

NB: Only candidates who meet the key requirements will be considered for the role.

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Benefits:

• Annual pay review
• Smart health cover - our award-winning employee assistance program offers 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Pension - 5% contributory pension matched by us
• Employee retail discount scheme
• Life assurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym membership

All employees must be willing to undergo the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and obtain a DBS certificate. These checks help ensure the honesty and integrity of individuals working at a Nuclear Licensed Site or with sensitive nuclear information.

SPS Bus welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age.