Workshop Supervisor

Optimise By Recruitment; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Workshop Supervisor in Bridgwater, UK. The ideal candidate will oversee workshop activities, ensure effective technician performance, and manage customer updates. This role requires strong diagnostic skills, leadership, and a professional approach, with a salary up to £50,000. The position is Monday to Friday, days only.

Qualifications

• Skilled in maintenance and repair of plant or commercial vehicles.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Understanding of inspection standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Organise daily workshop activity and oversee technician performance.
• Provide updates to customers and manage expectations on repair timescales.
• Carry out mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs.

Skills

Maintenance and repair of plant or commercial vehicles

Strong diagnostic knowledge

Hands-on leadership

Education

NVQ Level 3 or time served

Job description

Overview

Workshop Supervisor. Salary up to £50,000. Monday - Friday (days only).

Responsibilities

• Organise daily workshop activity, allocate jobs, and oversee technician performance.
• Provide clear updates to customers, prepare estimates, invoicing, and manage expectations on repair timescales.
• Carry out mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs.

What We Are Looking For

• Background: Skilled in the maintenance and repair of plant or commercial vehicles.
• Technical ability: Strong diagnostic knowledge and confidence working across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Compliance awareness: Understanding of inspection standards, safety regulations, and quality procedures.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or time served.
• Personal approach: A hands-on leader who can motivate a team, work independently, and maintain a professional, customer-focused attitude.