HGV Workshop Chargehand

Role: Workshop Chargehand Location: Manchester, M17 1EH Hours: 45 hours per week between 08:00 and 17:30, Monday to Friday Salary: 46,074.60 - 48,461.40 per annum (depending on experience) Are you ready to take charge? As a Workshop Chargehand, you will oversee workshop personnel and equipment, ensuring top-notch service and strict compliance with roadworthiness guidelines. You will serve as the go-to contact for both external and internal customers while maintaining high standards of health and safety. Key Responsibilities: Vehicle Maintenance: Service, repair, and maintain vehicles to DVSA standards. People Management: Plan and control workshop staff, manage break times, and support team development. Customer Relations: Communicate directly with customers, build repair quotes, and ensure high satisfaction. Job Planning: Plan workshop jobs effectively, sign off service sheets, and manage work-in-progress (WIP). Compliance: Inspect and prepare vehicles for HGV MOTs, maintain accurate documentation, and uphold rigorous health and safety regulations. Requirements: Knowledge: Strong understanding of HGVs, specialist municipal/refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), and general commercial vehicle repair. Experience: Proven track record in vehicle maintenance and repair, covering both body and chassis. Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance (or equivalent qualification) and an active HGV Licence. Skills: Strong diagnostic and ..... full job details .....