HGV Workshop Controller
Location: Bideford
Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum (DOE)
Hours: Full-time
Licence Requirement: Class 2 (Category C)
About the Role We’re looking for an experienced and proactive HGV Workshop Controller to lead day-to-day workshop operations while remaining hands-on with vehicle maintenance and repair. This role combines technical expertise with team coordination, ensuring high standards of safety, productivity, and customer service.
You will oversee workflow, allocate jobs, support technicians, and carry out diagnostic and repair work as required.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage daily workload across the workshop to ensure efficient job allocation
Carry out hands-on servicing, diagnostics, and repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles
Ensure all work is completed to VOSA and company standards
Support and mentor workshop technicians and apprentices
Liaise with transport, service, and parts departments to minimise downtime
Maintain accurate job records and workshop documentation
Uphold health & safety and compliance procedures at all times
Assist with breakdowns and urgent repairs where requiredSkills & Experience Required
Proven experience in an HGV workshop / commercial vehicle maintenance environment
Strong technical knowledge of HGV servicing, repairs and diagnostics
Confident working both on the tools and in a supervisory capacity
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Ability to prioritise workloads and work to deadlinesEssential Requirements
Class 2 (Category C) driving licence
Recognised HGV / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification (or strong experience)
Right to work in the UKDesirable
Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Lead Technician, or Senior HGV Fitter
IRTEC accreditation or similar (advantageous but not essential)Benefits
Competitive salary up to £52,000
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Company pension and additional benefits (subject to package)
How to Apply: If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or call Anton on (phone number removed).
Holt Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV FitterHolt Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments