HGV Workshop Manager

Stoddart Crane Hire Ltd.; Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crane and lifting contractor is looking for a skilled HGV Workshop Manager in Inverness to lead their maintenance team. You will manage workshop operations, ensuring safety and compliance of the HGV fleet. Excellent leadership and technical expertise in vehicle maintenance are required. The role offers competitive benefits, including a company van and pension.

Benefits

Company van

Pension & life insurance

5.6 weeks annual leave

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a commercial vehicle workshop.
• Strong technical knowledge of HGV maintenance and diagnostics.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all workshop operations, ensuring compliance.
• Schedule maintenance, inspections, servicing, and repairs across the fleet.
• Ensure all vehicles comply with safety standards.

Skills

Managing a commercial vehicle workshop

HGV maintenance knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experiencedHGV Workshop Managerto lead our in-house maintenance team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is key to ensuring the reliability, safety, and compliance of our HGV and specialist fleet. You will oversee daily workshop operations, manage maintenance schedules, supervise staff, and work closely with other departments to keep our fleet on the road and performing at its best.

Stoddart Crane Hire is one of Scotland’s leading crane and lifting contractors, delivering safe, efficient operations across the Highlands and beyond. With over 20 years of excellence and a modern fleet of cranes and specialist vehicles, we pride ourselves on quality service, professional integrity, and keeping our fleet maintained to the highest standards.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experiencedHGV Workshop Managerto lead our in-house maintenance team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is key to ensuring the reliability, safety, and compliance of our HGV and specialist fleet. You will oversee daily workshop operations, manage maintenance schedules, supervise staff, and work closely with other departments to keep our fleet on the road and performing at its best.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all workshop operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Schedule and prioritise maintenance, inspections, servicing, and repairs across the fleet.
• Ensure all vehicles comply with DVSA regulations and company safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records for inspections, defects, and maintenance using fleet management software.
• Control workshop inventory, ordering parts and equipment as required.
• Liaise with operations and transport departments to minimise downtime.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in managing a commercial vehicle workshop.
• Strong technical knowledge of HGV maintenance and diagnostics.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of DVSA regulations and O Licence compliance.

What We Offer

• Company van.
• Pension & life insurance.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave.
• Supportive and welcoming team environment.