Fleet Workshop Supervisor
Gossington Depot, Dursley 42 hours per week
Permanent
£47,055 rising to £48,232 per annum after 6 months successful probation (including basic and allowances)
Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician ready to take the next step into supervision?
This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your hands-on skills with leadership in a well-equipped workshop environment.
As Fleet Workshop Supervisor, you’ll split your time between:
- Working in the workshop: inspections, diagnostics, repairs, servicing and maintaining a diverse fleet (HGVs, LGVs, vans and plant) to DVSA standards.
- Managing other aspects like: Service paperwork, compliance records, liaising with suppliers, developing staff, and working closely with our Fleet Workshop Administrator.
You’ll lead a small, friendly team of 3 technicians and 1 apprentice, running your own workshop day-to-day while keeping high standards of safety, service and fleet
Why Join Us?
- Progression built in – one of our current Workshop Managers started with us as an apprentice and worked their way up.
- A supportive team – it’s a well-maintained workshop with a strong team spirit.
- Real variety – from diagnostics and repairs to managing suppliers and supporting an apprentice, no two days are the same.
- Stability & development – be part of a team that values your skills and gives you the chance to grow.
Testimonial from one of our Fleet Support Managers - "I joined Ubico as a Vehicle Apprentice in 2008 and advanced to the position of Vehicle Technician. From there, I took on the role of Workshop Supervisor and was promoted to Fleet Maintenance & Workshop Manager in 2024. During my time at Ubico, I have completed many qualifications, all these qualifications have equipped me with the knowledge and skills necessary to advance within the business. Ubico has supported me through training and mentoring to enhance my knowledge and skillset needed to progress to the next level in my career."
The Fleet Workshop Supervisor role sits within the Fleet Operations team at Ubico. The role is key in effectively supervising and motivating a team of vehicle technicians to deliver outstanding service to internal and external customers. The role is ‘hands on’ and you will be required to undertake periodic inspections, maintenance, repair and testing on a diverse fleet of vehicles and plant including heavy goods and light commercial vehicles to DVSA standards.
You will need…
- City and Guilds full craft certificate in HGV Vehicle Mechanics, or equivalent.
- Full valid, UK Driving Licence (or European equivalent) with LGV Category C entitlement.
- Have experience supervising, mentoring, or supporting a team (or is ready to take that step up).
- Enjoys being hands-on in the workshop while also staying organised with paperwork and suppliers.
- Works flexibly, positively, and takes pride in high standards of service.
If you would like further information about this role please have a look at the attached job description and person specifications.
What can we offer you?
- 26 days paid annual leave (pro rata for part time) plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days plus BH ‘s after 5 years
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 4% of your earning
- Enhanced holiday scheme which gives you the option to buy or sell up to 1 weeks annual leave (pro rate for p/t)
- Employee discount scheme via our Unity Rewards app, which offers discounts across major retailers and attractions, days out restaurants and holidays.
- Access to a free confidential employee assistance helpline 24/7
- Health and wellbeing support including free eye tests for applicable roles
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Full PPE supplied
- Free tea and coffee
- Free on site parking
- Opportunities for progression
- Ongoing training
It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.
We provide vital environmental services across Gloucestershire and West Oxfordshire - keeping communities clean and green. Our work includes waste and recycling collections, street cleansing, grounds maintenance, building cleaning, managing recycling centres and maintenance of our fleet.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud of our strong work ethic and are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who share our commitment to making a positive difference.
To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and complete your application form and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It’s important that we’re a good fit for each other, so let us know what’s important to you and why you want to work for Ubico.
Ubico is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Pre-employment checks include medical screening, references, proof of identity and right to work, and may include criminal record verification.
It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.
