Schenk Tanktransport
HGV Technician Team Leader
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HGV Technician Team Leader
Join Schenk UK and play a key role in keeping our fleet moving safely, efficiently and reliably.
Schenk UK is a leading tanker haulage business operating one of the largest specialist road tanker fleets in the UK. As we continue to grow and develop our operations, we are looking for an experienced and motivated HGV Technician Team Leader to join our workshop team.
The Role
As an HGV Technician Team Leader, you will lead and support a team of HGV Technicians while remaining hands-on and actively involved in the maintenance, inspection and repair of our fleet.
You will be the first line of workshop leadership, responsible for allocating workload, providing technical guidance, supporting fault diagnosis and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Working closely with the Workshop Controller and Workshop Manager, you will help maximise fleet availability while ensuring all maintenance activities meet company, manufacturer and legislative requirements.
Shift pattern and payment rates
- 4 on 4 off Days
- £22.86 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership
- Lead, motivate and support a team of HGV Technicians.
- Allocate workload across the shift to maximise workshop efficiency.
- Monitor productivity, quality and performance against agreed standards.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching and support on complex repairs and fault diagnosis.
- Carry out effective shift handovers to ensure continuity of work.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Safe Systems of Work.
Workshop Operations
- Coordinate planned maintenance, inspections and repairs.
- Respond to unplanned maintenance requirements and changing operational priorities.
- Organise breakdown support, including the use of third-party repair agents where required.
- Make appropriate decisions regarding Vehicle Off Road (VOR) status.
- Keep the Workshop Controller or Workshop Manager informed of work progress and outstanding repairs.
- Liaise with transport planners, suppliers and repair providers outside normal office hours to minimise vehicle downtime.
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HGV Maintenance & Compliance
- Carry out servicing, inspections, maintenance and repairs on HGV tractor units, trailers, tankers and associated equipment.
- Complete and oversee Periodic Safety Inspections (PSIs).
- Support MOT and ADR preparation.
- Undertake MOT final inspections and quality assurance checks where required.
- Review and sign off inspection sheets and maintenance documentation.
- Ensure repairs are completed to company, manufacturer and legislative standards, with a strong focus on first-time fix.
Stores & Resources
- Control workshop stores, including issuing and ordering parts.
- Monitor parts availability and maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Ensure workshop equipment and resources are used effectively.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure maintenance records, job cards and inspection reports are completed accurately and on time.
- Complete designated Health & Safety and Safety Plan activities.
- Support internal audits and compliance inspections.
- Maintain high standards of workshop housekeeping.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve workshop efficiency, safety and quality.
- Analyse recurring defects and recommend preventative maintenance improvements.
- Support the introduction of new processes, systems and best practice.
About You
We are looking for an experienced HGV Technician who is ready to take the next step in their career and develop their leadership skills.
You will have:
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- Significant experience maintaining and repairing HGV tractor units, trailers and tanker equipment.
- Strong technical knowledge of HGV maintenance and repair.
- Experience leading or supervising a workshop team is desirable.
- Experience managing competing priorities within a commercial transport environment.
- Good knowledge of DVSA maintenance requirements and fleet compliance.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- The ability to coach, support and develop other technicians.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A high level of attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- A strong commitment to health, safety and compliance.
- The ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in a fast-paced operational environment.
Qualifications & Desirable Skills
- HGV driving licence – desirable.
- MOT Tester qualification – desirable.
- Forklift Truck licence – desirable.
- ADR knowledge or experience – desirable.
Why Join Schenk?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Technician to take on a key leadership position within a specialist tanker transport operation.
You will have the opportunity to make a real difference to workshop performance, fleet availability and safety while developing your leadership and technical expertise within a growing business.
If you are an experienced HGV Technician looking for your next challenge and have the technical ability and leadership skills to make a difference, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today to join Schenk UK as an HGV Technician Team Leader.
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