Job Role: Workshop Supervisor
Location: Bristol
Pay: £50,000
Hours: M-F 6am-2.30pm & 1.30pm-10pm (40 hrs)
Shift: Early & Lates
Contract: Full time permanent role
Workshop Supervisor Benefits
We offer a supportive, safety-first environment with genuine progression opportunities — many of our leaders started on the workshop floor.
* 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays
* 5% employer pension contribution
* BUPA Employee Assistance Programme & Health Cash Plan (free)
* Cycle to Work scheme & onsite physiotherapist
* Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers
* Mental Health First Aiders and wellbeing support
* Learning & development pathways and internal promotions
* Employee recognition awards & referral bonuses
* Flexible and hybrid working options
Workshop Supervisor opportunity
Are you an experienced HGV Technician ready to take the next step into leadership — or a Workshop Supervisor who still loves getting your hands dirty? Join our team as a Workshop Supervisor, where you’ll combine technical know-how with team leadership to keep our fleet running safely, efficiently, and compliantly.
Workshop Supervisor Duties
This is a hybrid hands-on and supervisory role — roughly 70% on the tools, 30% managing people and performance. You’ll:
* Lead, motivate, and support technicians and apprentices.
* Allocate work, monitor KPIs, and drive productivity.
* Perform PMI’s, servicing, diagnostics, and repairs on HGVs.
* Ensure DVSA, MOT, and Operator Licence compliance.
* Promote workshop safety and conduct audits and investigations.
* Liaise with operations to prioritise repairs and reduce downtime.
* Support training, development, and performance management.
Workshop Supervisor Experience Required
* Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a workshop or fleet environment or an experienced HGV Technician ready to take the next step into leadership
* NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent).
* Strong hands-on HGV maintenance and diagnostics experience.
* Understanding of DVSA, MOT, and Operator Licence standards.
* Full UK Driving Licence (HGV Class 1/2 and IRTEC desirable).
If you’re passionate about leading from the front and keeping fleets on the road, apply today to join a business that truly values its people and promotes from within.