At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of HGV Technicians while maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles.
- Company: Established commercial vehicle organisation committed to employee development.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and ongoing training for career growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with excellent long-term career prospects.
- Why this job: Step into a supervisory role and make a real impact in a dynamic workshop.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in HGV Vehicle Repair and previous supervisory experience required.
The predicted salary is between 35978 - 43973 £ per year.
Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire
Salary: £20.50 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday - Alternating shifts
Overtime: Every other Saturday paid at 1.5x
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent
Are you an experienced HGV Technician, Heavy Vehicle Technician or Workshop Supervisor looking to take the next step in your career? We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated HGV Technician Supervisor to join our client's workshop team in Grantham. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician with leadership experience who is ready to progress into a supervisory position, while remaining hands-on and involved in the technical side of the workshop.
Working within a busy fleet workshop maintaining HGVs and trailers, you'll play a key role in leading and supporting a team of technicians, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. Our client is committed to investing in its people through ongoing training, professional development and opportunities to build a long-term career within an established commercial vehicle organisation.
The Role
- Supervise and support a team of HGV Technicians within the workshop
- Provide technical guidance, support and direction to the team
- Carry out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on HGVs and trailers
- Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with DVSA requirements
- Identify worn, damaged and faulty components and ensure appropriate repairs are carried out
- Monitor workshop productivity and help ensure jobs are completed within required timescales
- Act as a technical role model and support the development of technicians
- Assist with diagnosing complex technical faults where required
- Ensure accurate completion of job cards, service records and relevant paperwork
- Maintain high standards of workmanship, housekeeping and health & safety
- Support the workshop management team with day-to-day operations
- Help ensure excellent customer service and keep customers' vehicles safely on the road
About You
- Level 3 qualification in HGV Vehicle Repair and Maintenance, NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI equivalent
- Previous experience as an HGV Technician, Heavy Vehicle Technician or Workshop Supervisor
- Previous experience working within a fleet workshop environment
- Strong experience maintaining and repairing HGVs and trailers
- Ability to identify worn and faulty components in accordance with DVSA standards
- Previous leadership, supervisory or team-leading experience
- Confident providing technical guidance and supporting other technicians
- Strong diagnostic and mechanical repair skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Full UK driving licence with the relevant vehicle categories
- Proactive, resilient and able to work effectively in a fast-paced workshop environment
- High attention to detail with a strong commitment to safety, compliance and quality
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HGV Technician to step into a supervisory role, develop their leadership skills and build a long-term career within a supportive and established commercial vehicle organisation. Click 'Apply Now' to take the next step in your career.
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