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Workshop Supervisor

Salary

£20.20-20.20 , per hour , inc benefits

Location

Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job type

Temporary

Sector

Motoring & automotive

Job ref

X3-1285532

Job posted

Posted 40 minutes ago

Location: Smithies Lane Depot, Barnsley (S71 1NL)
Pay: £19.66 PAYE / £25.59 Umbrella
Contract: 3 Months (Immediate Start)
Hours: 07:00–17:00 | Monday–Friday (4-day week, rolling day off)

🚨 Immediate Requirement – Face-to-Face Interviews

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Workshop Supervisor to join a busy vehicle workshop based at Smithies Lane Depot.

This is a great opportunity for a skilled automotive professional with supervisory experience to take on a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced workshop environment.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and carry out servicing, inspection, and repair of vehicles, plant and equipment
  • Ensure maintenance schedules are completed on time and to required standards
  • Lead and manage workshop staff, including apprentices
  • Prepare and oversee vehicles for MOT/HGV testing
  • Manage maintenance planning, quality control and workshop productivity
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety and all relevant regulations
  • Support operational reporting and general workshop performance

✅ Requirements

  • Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in fleet, HGV or workshop environments
  • Previous supervisory or senior technician experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Good knowledge of compliance, inspections and workshop operations
  • Ability to plan workloads and meet deadlines
  • Cat C licence and/or management or safety qualifications desirable

💡 What’s On Offer

  • Competitive hourly rates
  • 4-day working week (excellent work-life balance)
  • Immediate start with fast interview process
  • Opportunity within a well-established and busy workshop

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