Job Description

Fleet & Workshop Manager - HGV

Location:

Pinxton

Salary:

Up to 60,000 DOE

Hours:

Full-time, Permanent

Reporting to:

Operations Director

Are you an experienced Workshop Manager from an HGV or Commercial Vehicle background? Ready for a challenge? Passionate about engineering and events?

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to become the go-to engineering specialist within a leading UK transport company?

This is your opportunity to take the next exciting step in your career with a well-established organisation that's been a leading transport provider within the events industry for over 30 years.

The Role

Based at Pinxton, you will be responsible for all aspects of fleet and workshop management, including:

Planned and preventative maintenance Breakdowns and compliance in line with the operator's licence Health & Safety leadership across all workshop operations Managing the on-site VMU (Vehicle Maintenance Unit) - either in-house or outsourced Reviewing fleet maintenance models to determine the most efficient and cost-effective approach Managing sub-contracted services and negotiating competitive rates Ensuring equipment availability and safety Liaising with Operations to remove and repair defective equipment Overseeing calibration and maintenance records Maintaining the KB brand image through fleet presentation Purchasing and procurement of maintenance products and services Risk assessments and compliance documentation Providing technical advice and insurance cost proposals Leading and developing a small team of HGV Technicians Occasional hands-on maintenance support
You'll also manage external MOT and maintenance providers, ensuring fleet readiness while minimising costs and downtime.

Please note:

The fleet consists of both UK and Irish trucks, requiring a strong understanding of cross-border compliance and maintenance standards.

The Ideal Candidate

You'll bring:

Proven experience supervising or managing within an HGV workshop Strong mechanical engineering background Excellent knowledge of vehicle and fleet compliance Understanding of European drivers' hours and geography International CPC - essential Engineering / Mechanical qualifications - essential HGV licence - desirable

Person Specification

Member of a relevant professional body (e.g., IRTE, SOE) Recognised mechanical engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent) Experience in haulage fleet management or workshop leadership Strong leadership and team motivation skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Proficiency in MS Office applications Proven history of system implementation and continuous improvement Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Knowledge of Kaizen, Six Sigma - desirable

Why Join KB?

Be part of a UK-leading transport company with a reputation for excellence Enjoy ongoing professional and technical development Work with a passionate team and a fleet of high-spec, bespoke vehicles Make a real impact in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person