Workshop Controller

Tru Talent; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions provider is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead a busy workshop in Avonmouth. The ideal candidate will possess strong people management skills, ensuring compliance with DVSA standards and driving team performance. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 and is perfect for someone ready to take on a leadership role in a high-performing environment.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Well-equipped and modern workshop

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or managing a busy commercial vehicle or HGV workshop.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage workloads, delegate tasks, and drive performance.
• Good working knowledge of DVSA standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of the workshop including job allocation and team support.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of technicians and workshop staff.
• Ensure all repair, service, and maintenance work is completed to DVSA and manufacturer standards.
• Maintain high levels of productivity and ensure compliance with health & safety procedures.
• Handle staffing, holiday planning, overtime, and shift cover requirements.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure smooth workshop operation and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Supervising busy commercial vehicle workshop

Strong leadership skills

Good communication skills

Managing workloads and delegating tasks

Education

Technical background in HGV maintenance

IRTEC or similar certification

Job description

Overview

We\'re looking for an experienced Workshop Manager, HGV Workshop Supervisor or Depot Manager to lead a busy commercial vehicle workshop in Avonmouth. This role is ideal for someone with strong people management skills and a hands-on background in workshop operations. The site is busy, the team is established, and the opportunity is ready to go - immediate interviews available.

Location

Location: Avonmouth

Salary

Salary: £45,(Apply online only) per annum

Hours

Hours: Monday to Friday

Job Type

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary
• Pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Well-equipped and modern workshop
• Supportive leadership team

Key Responsibilities of a Workshop Manager / HGV Workshop Supervisor / Depot Manager

• Manage day-to-day running of the workshop including job allocation and team support
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of technicians and workshop staff
• Ensure all repair, service, and maintenance work is completed to DVSA and manufacturer standards
• Maintain high levels of productivity and ensure compliance with health & safety procedures
• Handle staffing, holiday planning, overtime, and shift cover requirements
• Liaise with other departments to ensure smooth workshop operation and customer satisfaction

Skills and Qualifications for a Workshop Manager / HGV Workshop Supervisor / Depot Manager

• Essential
  • Experience supervising or managing a busy commercial vehicle or HGV workshop
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage workloads, delegate tasks, and drive performance
  • Good working knowledge of DVSA standards and compliance requirements
• Desirable
  • Technical background or qualifications in HGV maintenance
  • IRTEC or similar certification
  • Experience within a dealership or fleet maintenance setting

If you know someone who\'s ready to take the lead in a high-performing HGV workshop, or you\'re that person - we want to hear from you today.

Click \'Apply Now\' to take the next step in your career.

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