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