Location: Barnsley Council, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (3 months)
Barnsley Council are looking for a Vehicle Workshop Supervisor to join our Fleet Services at the Smithies Lane Depot. This role is crucial in maintaining our varied fleet and supporting the delivery of essential council services to the community.
Day-to-day of the role:
Undertake and supervise servicing and repairs of vehicles, plant, and associated equipment to ensure high standards and efficiency.
Act as Authorised Examiner Delegated Manager, managing and preparing vehicles for MOT/HGV tests.
Manage a team of employees, ensuring their skills and capabilities match the business needs. Provide direction, coordination, support, guidance, and handle recruitment, motivation, training, welfare, and discipline issues as appropriate.
Oversee all operational aspects of the Local Authority fleet maintenance function, including maintenance planning, quality control, equipment maintenance, and training.
Assist with operational aspects of business activities, including Health and Safety and staff welfare.
Provide support and contribute accurate information for both monitoring and budget purposes.
Stay informed about wider service developments and maintain knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures specifically relating to the maintenance of municipal fleet vehicles.
Perform any other duties commensurate with the grade and falling within the scope of the post, as requested by management.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Proven experience in vehicle inspections, maintenance, and repairs across a varied fleet.
Consistently delivers work to high-quality standards.
Ability to work to strict deadlines and produce accurate, detailed information.
Maintains excellent health & safety standards.
Level 3 Motor Vehicle Qualification.
Level 4 qualification in a relevant subject or commitment to achieve a Level 4 qualification within 12 months of appointment.
Management qualification to level 4.
IOSH Managing Safely Certificate.
Cat C driving licence.
Willingness to undertake the Authorised Examiner Delegated Manager Qualification.
Benefits:
To apply for this Vehicle Workshop Supervisor position, please send your cv to simon.butler@reed.com