HGV Workshop Manager

HGV Workshop Manager – Lambeth Salary: up to £54,000 Hours: 40 hours per week | 6:00am – 2:30pm (some flexibility on start times) Contract: Permanant We are recruiting for an experienced HGV Workshop Manager to lead a busy fleet workshop in Lambeth. This is an off-the-tools managerial role overseeing a skilled team of 9, including 3 supervisors, technicians, and an apprentice. The workshop is well-equipped with 3 service bays with lifts, a smaller bay, and a brake tester, servicing a fleet of RCVs, sweepers, cage vehicles, and gritters  Key Responsibilities Manage and supervise the workshop team, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to standard Hold team members accountable and maintain a strong presence in the workshop Monitor spend, overtime, and third-party costs Oversee limited compliance and contract management paperwork, risk assessments, and basic admin Ensure a safe, productive working environment with strong leadership and authority Support team development and performance, without being required to complete legal vehicle compliance or service schedules Benefits Overtime: Time and a half; Sunday double time Company van provided 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Matched pension contributions Sick pay and employee discounts Work expenses covered Opportunity to lead a well-resourced, modern workshop Requirements Proven experience managing a workshop or HGV team Strong leadership and supervisory skills Ability to hold team members accountable and maintain discipline Good understanding of workshop operations and municipal fleets Strong organisational and communication skills Confident with budget, overtime, and cost management If you are an experienced workshop manager with a strong leadership presence, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to hold a team accountable while managing costs and operations, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing municipal fleet operation.