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 optionsWorkshop 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