Vehicle Maintenance Workshop Supervisor
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
Only if it's SOC 5231
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
Ineligible
Going rate
Occupation not currently eligible
This role may qualify, but only under another code
Our best guess, SOC 1252, is not on the eligible-occupation list. The job could also be SOC 5231, which is on it, so we rate it Possible at most. Ask XPO Logistics what the duties are.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Ineligible 1252 (Garage managers and proprietors) · 58% match
- Possible 5231 (Vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians) · 24% match
- Ineligible 5250 (Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors) · 8% match
About the role
Leicester
Logistics done differently.
Are you a skilled workshop professional with strong leadership experience? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where safety, efficiency and teamwork are key? If so, we have the perfect role for you.
We’re looking for an experienced Workshop Supervisor to join our team in Leicester, you will work a 4 on 4 off shift working night time hours. Reporting directly to the Workshop Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our fleet operates safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.
Pay, Benefits And More
We’re looking to offer a competitive salary, plus 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with the option to purchase additional days. You’ll also have access to a wide variety of high street discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, a workplace pension, and many other perks.
What You’ll Do On a Typical Day
- Oversee daily workshop operations, including workload planning and technician productivity
- Ensure high-quality maintenance and repair work, including service inspections and MOT preparation
- Manage job cards and service schedules
- Control parts spend, ordering and justification
- Deputise for the Workshop Manager when required
- Ensure warranty work is captured and processed correctly
- Oversee QHSE best practice and compliance with legislation
- Handle breakdowns and external sub-contracting when necessary
- Manage absence processes, return-to-work interviews, and day-to-day people supervision
- Qualified and experienced in commercial vehicle maintenance
- Previous supervisory experience within a workshop environment
- Strong understanding of operator licence and legislative requirements
- Experience working with suppliers and external contractors
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
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