Workshop Supervisor

Serco Limited; Derbyshire Dales; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Derbyshire Dales is seeking a Workshop Supervisor to oversee a team of mechanics repairing heavy vehicles and managing workshop operations. Qualified candidates will have mechanical experience, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. The role includes benefits like up to 25 days of holidays, a contributory pension scheme, and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 25 days of holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Employee discounts

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Fully qualified mechanic with relevant qualifications.
• Skilled in fault finding, servicing and vehicle maintenance.
• Possess a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a small team of mechanics.
• Oversee maintenance, servicing, and repair of refuse vehicles.
• Manage workshop operations, costs, and quality checks.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical and hydraulic fault finding

General vehicle maintenance

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Overview

Derbyshire Dales, DE4 4HN

Salary - up to £43,000-£45,000 per annum, dependant on experience

Mon - Fri 40 hr week

Ready to make an impact?

At Serco, our waste and recycling services help local authorities deliver reliable, sustainable waste management. We recycle over 200,000 tons of waste every year, and none of this would be possible without our vehicle mechanics, who keep our HGV refuse trucks and street cleansing vehicles in safe, working order.

We are looking for a Workshop Supervisor to join our friendly team.

You'll be entrusted to:

• Supervise and support a small team of mechanics, while also carrying out mechanical duties yourself.
• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance, servicing and repair of our fleet of refuse vehicles.
• Manage workshop operations including costs, quality checks, budgets and spares.
• Record and report accidents, incidents and MOT results.
• Attend regional review meetings and work closely with the National Fleet Manager and Regional Workshop Manager.
• Support the development of the Mechanical Apprenticeship Programme.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, road transport and dangerous goods legislation (including animal by-products), and Operator's Licence requirements.

Does this sound like you?

You'll be a great fit for this role if you are

• A fully qualified mechanic (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair) - RCV experience preferred, but training will be provided.
• Skilled in electrical and hydraulic fault finding, chassis servicing, and general vehicle maintenance (welding skills an advantage).
• Willing to take on both supervisory and hands-on mechanical duties.
• A strong communicator, both written and verbal, with a good understanding of UK and EU road transport legislation.
• In possession of a full UK driving licence (essential, as you may need to attend vehicle breakdowns off-site).
• We particularly welcome applications from ex-forces candidates with mechanical experience, as well as workshop or garage supervisors with HGV expertise.

Discover all you need to keep growing

Here you'll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we're proud to offer clear development opportunities - and the support and tools to help you seize them.

Because this is a place for you

Our people are integral to everything we do. That's why our benefits are designed to put you first:

• Holidays: Up to 25 days plus bank holidays
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Training and development: A wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Health and wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

A supportive team where many of our managers started as mechanics before progressing into leadership roles.

Ongoing development and progression opportunities, with training in areas such as Management, HGV Driving, IOSH, Irtec Accreditation, and Transport Manager CPC.

The chance to make a real difference in your community by keeping essential services moving.