Workshop Supervisor

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