Workshop Supervisor

Description:

Workshop Supervisor (Hands-On) – Kettering – £50,000 - £55,000

We are recruiting for an experienced and driven Workshop Supervisor to take ownership of a busy, fast-paced workshop in Kettering. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a technical environment and enjoys leading from the front. Managing a fleet of HGVs alongside plant machinery, you will play a crucial role in keeping operations running efficiently, safely, and compliantly.

Workshop Supervisor’s Key Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise the day-to-day operations of the workshop team

Carry out and oversee maintenance, servicing, and repairs on HGVs and plant equipment

Plan and manage workshop schedules to minimise downtime and maximise fleet availability

Ensure full compliance with DVSA/VOSA regulations and health & safety standards

Maintain accurate service, maintenance, and inspection records

Liaise closely with transport and operations teams to coordinate workload

Manage stock levels, parts ordering, and workshop consumables

Skills & Experience Required as a Workshop Supervisor:

Proven hands-on experience working with HGVs and/or plant machinery

Previous supervisory or team leadership experience within a workshop or maintenance environment

Strong technical knowledge of heavy goods vehicles and plant equipment

Relevant qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Good understanding of transport compliance, inspections, and regulations

Strong organisational and communication skills

Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Benefits Package:

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Stable, long-term position within a well-established business

Opportunity to lead and shape workshop operations

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

If this Workshop Supervisor role sounds like a position that matches your skills and experience, we would love to hear from you and look forward to discussing your application in more detail.

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Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further. INDEEDENG