Transport Workshop Controller
1 week ago
Job Introduction
An opportunity is available for a Transport Workshop Controller based at Northampton. You will be accountable to the Transport Area Controller for the efficient control and running of the Transport Workshop. You will manage a team and spend up to 30% of the time undertaking supervisory and work programming duties, with the rest of the time being spent undertaking workshop activities.
If you are offered a position, you will be required to complete and provide a satisfactory basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions.
Main Responsibilities
- Ensuring the efficient and cost effective operation of the Workshop
- Responsible for the quality and productivity of own team's work; setting targets and monitoring own and team's performance; ensuring high standards and improving the image of the Workshop
- Developing, motivating, coaching and training individuals and the wider team
- Controlling and monitoring expenditure against the Workshop budget
- Setting Priorities and programming of the team's work
- Ensuring that Workshop activities and team members comply with Company policies and procedures and health & safety legislation.
You will have considerable mechanical experience and have a Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent qualification. A full driving licence is essential and holding a valid LGV (Class C) driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential as training can be provided.
You must be reliable, well organised and able to work as part of a small team as well as using your own initiative, representing the company positively at all times.
**Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.**
About The Company
Joining the UK’s leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
- 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
- Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
- Annual Share Save plan
- Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
- Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
- Free on-site parking at all our main sites
**Things you need to know**
About Us
We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.
National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues - who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.
Our Transport teams ensure that the National Grid Distribution fleet operation is on the road 24/7, 365 days a year. That means taking responsibility for safety, ensuring legal compliance and delivering it all cost-effectively.
As well as asset management, the team also oversees driver support and training and strives to ensure National Grid Distribution employees enjoy a service that enables them to work effectively and efficiently.
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