Technician Supervisor – Peterborough

Company: Volvo Trucks
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Location: Peterborough
Job Description:

Salary: up to £21.50 per hour (dependent on experience & skill set)

Signing Bonus: £2,000 (direct applicants only payable after 6 months)

Overtime: time and a half (double time Sundays and bank holidays)

Call Out: £120 per week applicable when on standby

Shift Pattern:

  • Monday to Friday – 0700hrs to 1500hrs / 1500hrs to 2300hrs
  • Alternate Saturdays – 0800hrs to 1200hrs (overtime – time and a half)

About The Role

As Technician Supervisor, you’ll lead a team of HGV technicians, ensuring all work is carried out efficiently, safely, and to Volvo’s high standards. You’ll act as a hands‑on leader, supporting technicians on the shop floor while coordinating workloads, maintaining quality control, and liaising with the Service Manager to meet operational targets.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with and supervise a team of technicians to create high morale and focus, ensuring timely completion of work with excellence in quality.
  • Manage customer expectations at all stages of the Genuine Volvo Service process.
  • Maximise shift performance through effective problem solving, coaching, and development.
  • Communicate effectively with the Day Shift Supervisor, CSR’s and Parts department to ensure technicians have valid job specifications and time budgets before work commences.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader in HGV maintenance.
  • Qualified to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
  • Workshop experience – ideally in trucks/buses – with supervisory experience.
  • Full UK driving licence (HGV licence a plus).
  • Ability to manage and motivate a team of technicians in their daily duties.
  • Coaching and support skills for technicians.
  • Strong written and verbal communication at all levels.
  • Ability to prioritise tasks, manage workflow and meet deadlines in a busy workshop.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft and IT skills.

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday rising to 30 days + bank holidays.
  • Company pension.
  • Referral scheme – earn £1,000.
  • Enhanced paternity/maternity leave.
  • In‑house training.
  • Healthcare plan, dental insurance.
  • Employee discounts for self, family and friends on various retailers, travel, hotels, gym memberships and more.

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Posted: June 11th, 2026