Workshop Supervisor (PCV/HGV/Light Vehicles/ Vans)- Full-time, Permanent
My client (Bus & Coach Transport) is looking for a capable, hands-on Workshop Supervisor to take day-to-day ownership of the workshop and fleet maintenance operation. You'll split your time between supervising/organising the workshop and carrying out hands-on maintenance, ensuring vehicles are safe, compliant and ready for service. This is a key role with real autonomy and genuine opportunities to progress as the business grows. HGV/ Light Vehicles/ PCV experience
Key responsibilities
Run the workshop day-to-day with a strong focus on safety, compliance and service delivery
Plan workloads, allocate jobs and prioritise repairs/PMI work to maximise fleet availability
Supervise and support a small workshop team (2 people), ensuring quality standards are met
Carry out diagnostics, repairs, servicing and associated workshop tasks on buses/coaches (PCV)
Maintain accurate records: maintenance documentation, job cards, parts usage and admin
Manage parts/consumables ordering and stock control; liaise with suppliers
Work closely with the Operations Director on workshop needs and input into purchasing additional vehicles
Identify improvements to processes, uptime, cost control and preventative maintenance planning
Working hours / pattern
40 hours per week, offered as either a 4-day compressed week or 5 days (Mon-Fri)
Depot operating hours: 06:30-17:30 (workshop cover planned within these hours)
Additional hours may be required at times (agreed in advance) and paid or taken as TIL
Salary & benefits
£50,000 starting salary
4 weeks holiday rising to 5 weeks with service, plus bank holidays
Company pension and standard benefits
Free parking, company workshop van allocated
Regular job training provided (Cat D training available if required)
Essential requirements
Vehicle maintenance experience (ideally PCV bus/coach or HGV Light Vehcile / VAns ok)
Able to lead a small team and organise a busy workshop schedule
Strong safety mindset and attention to detail (records, quality checks)
Comfortable balancing admin tasks with hands-on work
Clear communication with operations and management
Desirable
Cat D (PCV) licence (training provided if not held)
NVQ Level 3 in HGV/PCV Maintenance (or equivalent)
Experience with parts purchasing, planning and supplier management