HGV Workshop Supervisor

An opportunity has arisen for a Garage workshop Supervisor in Corby, UK. The main purpose of this role is to oversee the workshop operation and maintain the vehicle fleet operated by the company based to the standard set by the Fleet Engineer and Dept of Transport. Ensure compliance with health and safety / environmental legislations.

Your Responsibilities

• Liaising with the distribution manager to achieve planned maintenance/servicing of company operated vehicles.
• Organise the workshop throughput and controls work levels, ensuring the most economic use of manpower/facility resources.
• Ensures that all vehicles are maintained to the standards laid down by the Fleet Engineer, receiving advice from him on legislative changes which occur from time to time and may affect existing standards.
• Informs the distribution department of any vehicle downtime likely to affect operations.
• Organises MOT preparation and bookings, liaising with distribution for release of the vehicle in time for any reorganisation required.
• Maintaining all vehicle records including defect reports.
• Ensures that all maintenance is carried out in the most economical manner, particularly in the area where decisions in a repair or replace situation occurs.
• Organise outside repair services such as warranty, specialist repairs, tyre servicing and other items under consultation with the Fleet Engineer.
• Is responsible for ensuring all workshop equipment is maintained in safe working condition as required by legislation.

Your Profile

• Familiarity with common Microsoft Applications.
• Competent at vehicle diagnostics.
• HGV experience is required.
• Understanding of DoT operating methods and procedures.
• LGV licence (Preferred).
• Knowledge of bulk tanker pressure systems.
• GCSE educated, with grade C or above in mathematics and English or equivalent.
• City & Guilds in Motor Vehicle Engineering or recognised equivalent qualification.
• Certificate of professional competence in Road Transport (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable vehicle workshop experience.

Your Future Perspective

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models.
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity.
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidised health & fitness offers.
• Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave.
• ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company to encourage a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge within our business.