HGV Worksop Chargeand

Job Description

Role: Workshop ChargehandLocation: Manchester, M17 1EHHours: 45 hours per week | between 08:00 and 17:30, Monday to FridaySalary: £46,074.60

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
- £48,461.40 per annum (depending on experience)Are you ready to take charge? As a Workshop Chargehand, you will oversee workshop personnel and equipment, ensuring top-notch service and strict compliance with roadworthiness guidelines.

You will serve as the go-to contact for both external and internal customers while maintaining high standards of health and safety.Key Responsibilities: Vehicle Maintenance: Service, repair, and maintain vehicles to DVSA standards.People Management: Plan and control workshop staff, manage break times, and support team development.Customer Relations: Communicate directly with customers, build repair quotes, and ensure high satisfaction.Job Planning: Plan workshop jobs effectively, sign off service sheets, and manage work-in-progress (WIP).Compliance: Inspect and prepare vehicles for HGV MOTs, maintain accurate documentation, and uphold rigorous health and safety regulations.Requirements: Knowledge: Strong understanding of HGVs, specialist municipal/refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), and general commercial vehicle repair.Experience: Proven track record in vehicle maintenance and repair, covering both body and chassis.Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance (or equivalent qualification) and an active HGV Licence.Skills: Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities, ability to read wiring diagrams, effective communication, and sharp problem-solving skills. xkybehq Other: Willingness to travel and attend professional training courses as required.