Workshop Chargehand

Dennis Eagle; Witham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Enhanced family leave policies

Health and wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

My Benefits platform

Mortgage advice

Job summary

Dennis Eagle is seeking a Workshop Chargehand at our Witham Service Centre. You will lead by example, balance hands-on vehicle maintenance with coordinating workshop operations and support the Workshop Controller to ensure safe, efficient repairs and servicing of vehicles.

The role requires supervisory experience, City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent, and an HGV licence, with a focus on quality and safety in a busy workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing HGVs or similar commercial vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of DVSA regulations and workshop compliance requirements.
• City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintaining and repairing HGV and refuse collection vehicles.
• Fault finding and diagnostics across mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• MOT preparation and chassis/body repairs.
• Supporting the organisation and day‑to‑day running of the workshop.
• Promoting safe working practices and excellent housekeeping standards.
• Ensuring work is completed to DVSA and company standards.

Skills

HGV maintenance

HGV repair

Diagnostics

DVSA compliance

HGV licence

Supervisory experience

Safety awareness

Education

City & Guilds Level 3

Job description

Role: Workshop Chargehand

Location: Witham, CM8 3TH

Hours: 45 hours per week | between 07:00 and 17:00 Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £49,387.01pa DOE

We’re looking for an experienced Workshop Chargehand to join our Witham Service Centre. This is a great opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician who enjoys leading by example, supporting colleagues and helping to keep our workshop operating safely and efficiently. Working closely with the Workshop Controller, you’ll combine hands‑on vehicle maintenance with day‑to‑day support of workshop operations. You’ll help coordinate workloads, maintain high‑quality standards and ensure our customers’ vehicles are repaired and serviced safely and efficiently.

What you’ll be doing:

• Servicing, maintaining and repairing HGV and refuse collection vehicles.
• Fault finding and diagnostics across mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• MOT preparation and chassis/body repairs.
• Supporting the organisation and day‑to‑day running of the workshop.
• Promoting safe working practices and excellent housekeeping standards.
• Ensuring work is completed to DVSA and company standards.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience maintaining and repairing HGVs or similar commercial vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of DVSA regulations and workshop compliance requirements.
• City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification.
• An HGV licence.
• A proactive approach and a commitment to quality and safety.
• The ability to support and motivate others within a busy workshop environment.
• Previous supervisory experience and experience working on refuse collection vehicles would be advantageous but aren’t essential.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join a team that’s committed to quality, innovation and keeping essential services moving. Help us make a difference in communities across the UK.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow. If you’d like to understand what options may be available for this position, please contact our Recruitment team.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part‑time employees and employees working a 4-day week)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life’s important moments through our family‑friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company‑funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role‑specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we’re committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more.
• Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decisions.

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