HGV Workshop Supervisor | OTE: From £56,000
- Northampton
- From £22 an hour depending on experience + overtime = OTE: from £56,000
- 45 hours a week - alternating shift
- Manufacturer training & Career development
- Brand New Redeveloped Workshop
Lead the team that keeps Britain moving
RH Commercial Vehicles is seeking an experienced HGV Workshop Supervisor to help lead our newly redeveloped workshop.
This is fantastic opportunity for an experienced HGV Technician looking to step into leadership, or an established Workshop Supervisor seeking a new challenge with on of the UK’s leading commercial vehicle dealer groups.
You’ll play a key role in driving workshop performance, supporting and developing technicians, maintaining high standards of workmanship, and ensuring our customers receive exceptional service every time. Our technicians are the beating heart of our business, and we’re looking for a leader who can inspire a high-performing team.
Shift Pattern:
- From 45 Hours a week, with overtime available
- Early Shift: Monday – Thursday: 06:00 – 15:30, Friday: 06:00 – 14:30
- Late Shift: Monday – Thursday: 12:30 – 22:00, Friday: 12:30 – 21:00, Saturday: 08:00 – 12:00 (Saturday at overtime)
Why join the RH Commercial Vehicles?
- Competitive hourly rate with overtime opportunities. OTE: From £56,000
- Recently redeveloped workshop with modern facilities and equipment
- £1,500 annual tooling allowance
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + Holiday sell back scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Company pension and sick pay
- Manufacturer and in-house leadership and product training
- Career progression opportunities across our dealer network
- Employee wellbeing programme and retail discounts
- Recognition initiatives, Christmas gift scheme, + more
The Role:
As workshop supervisor, you will:
- Support the day-to-day running of a busy commercial vehicle workshop
- Lead, motivate and develop a team of HGV Technicians and apprentices
- Monitor productivity, efficiency and job progress
- Ensure all work is completed to DVSA and manufacturer standards
- Provide technical support and guidance on complex repairs and diagnostics
- Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the workshop
- Support training, mentoring and technician development
- Work closely with the workshop controller and management team to achieve workshop targets
- Help drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience as an HGV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician or similar
- Strong technical and diagnostic skills
- Previous leadership, supervisor or mentoring experience
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Ability to motivate, coach and develop others
- Commitment to delivering high standards of quality customer service
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence
- Renault Trucks or Isuzu Trucks experience
- Main dealer experience
- Experience supporting apprentices and junior technicians
About RH Commercial Vehicles
With over 40 years of expertise in the commercial vehicle sector, RH Commercial Vehicles is a trusted Renault Trucks and Isuzu Trucks dealer operating across multiple locations throughout the East Midlands. We invest heavily in our people, facilities and training, providing long-term career opportunities within a supportive and forward-thinking business.
Apply today and help drive the success of our Northampton operation
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment and selection are based solely on merit, ensuring the most suitable person is appointed to each role. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics. Adjustments for applicants with disabilities are available on request.
AI Screening
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we use AI‑assisted tools to support our initial candidate screening process. All decisions are reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure fairness, consistency, and alignment with our selection criteria.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Transport links
Application question(s):
- Do you have any leadership experience?
- Do you have a HGV Maintenance qualification?
- Do you have IRTEC?
- Do you have main dealership experience?
- What is your notice period?
Licence/Certification:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
