Workshop Supervisor

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension & life cover (3x salary)

23 days holiday (buy/sell)

Overtime 1.5x and Sundays pay

Seasonal rewards

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd. is seeking a Trailer Workshop Supervisor in Nuneaton to lead a busy workshop and coordinate repairs, servicing and inspections to high standards.

You will plan workloads, maintain safety, and develop technicians while delivering excellent customer service and identifying additional business opportunities. The role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified trailer technician with City & Guilds Level 1-3 or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in trailer servicing and repair.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and professional attitude.
• Leadership by example; supervisory experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee trailer repairs, servicing, and inspections, ensuring work is completed to high standards efficiently.
• Plan and prioritise workload to meet customer deadlines and optimise workflow.
• Maintain health and safety standards within the workshop, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Keep accurate records of all work performed and process relevant documentation promptly.
• Identify cost-effective repair methods and optimise warranty claim opportunities.
• Manage workshop stock levels, assist with holiday cover, and coordinate overtime as needed.
• Support and develop technicians through training, sharing knowledge to build a cohesive team.
• Deliver excellent customer service, representing the company professionally, and identifying additional business opportunities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Basic computer skills

Education

City & Guilds Level 1-3 or equivalent

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Trailer Workshop Supervisor on behalf of a prominent national commercial vehicle services company based in Nuneaton. This is a superb opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a leadership role within a busy and dynamic workshop environment.

Benefits for the Successful Trailer Workshop Supervisor:

• Competitive annual salary up to £48,000
• Overtime paid at time and a half, with double pay on Sundays
• Private healthcare cover for employee and family
• Enhanced pension scheme and life assurance (3x salary)
• 23 days holiday plus buy/sell options to suit your needs
• Seasonal rewards and employee recognition programmes

Duties as a Trailer Workshop Supervisor:

• Oversee trailer repairs, servicing, and inspections, ensuring work is completed to high standards efficiently
• Plan and prioritise workload to meet customer deadlines and optimise workflow
• Maintain health and safety standards within the workshop, ensuring a safe working environment
• Keep accurate records of all work performed and process relevant documentation promptly
• Identify cost-effective repair methods and optimise warranty claim opportunities
• Manage workshop stock levels, assist with holiday cover, and coordinate overtime as needed
• Support and develop technicians through training, sharing knowledge to build a cohesive team
• Deliver excellent customer service, representing the company professionally, and identifying additional business opportunities

Requirements for the Trailer Workshop Supervisor position:

• Qualified trailer technician with City & Guilds Level 1, 2, 3, or equivalent
• Demonstrable experience in trailer servicing and repair
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, proactive attitude
• Basic computer skills; training provided
• Supervisory experience is desirable but not essential; leadership by example is key