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