AddressClient Insight
3M Resourcing are proud to be working with a leading brand in the environmental industry. This award winning company have secured government contracts in Waste management, fleet services, park and ground maintenance, as well as many more.
We are looking for an experienced HGV mechanic who will join their team on a permanent basis.
Our client is offering a competitive salary and plenty of additional benefits.
Job Purpose
To undertake a wide range of vehicles and plant servicing, fault diagnosis and defect rectification, using specialised equipment associated with Fleet operations to meet the requirements and legal responsibilities. To inspect and test vehicles to VOSA, MOT and Taxi Licencing standards
Main Responsibilities
- Undertakes regular, ad hoc and scheduled repairs, servicing and safety inspections of HGV/LGV's and other vehicles in accordance with statutory requirements, including the preparation of all fleet vehicles for testing (ranging from HGV/LGV to small vehicles) in order to ensure that vehicles are serviceable to maintain Goods Vehicle Operators Licence.
- Inspect other vehicles plant and specialist equipment to diagnose faults (mechanical/electrical/hydraulic) and repair as necessary. Provides out of hours break down covers for all front line services.
- Prepare vehicles for MOT Tests like Mini Buses (Class 5) Cars (Class 4) and motor cycles for customers including general public. Carry out conformity tests as required by taxi operators licenced by the authority and other specilist test e.g. LOLER upon request.
- Complete all necessary records relating to the inspection, service and repair of all fleet items in accordance with statutory and administrative requirements. Liaise with colleagues, vehicle operatives and managers to prioritise workload, organise replacement parts and/or specialist support when required
- Monitor and direct the activities of the apprentices and other newly appointed employees to ensure they are working safely during probationary period.
- Provide off site repairs and breakdown cover as required by front line services including roadside attendance.
Experience Required
- Technical experience and competence in a range of vehicles from small agricultural plant to HGV/LGV's.
- Ability to diagnose faults requiring high technical knowledge.
- Working knowledge of Diagnostic equipment to determine computerised faults in vehicles.
- Working to a good level of English and Maths having worked with tyre pressures, Oil pressure and paperwork.
- Supervision of apprentices when working on the shop floor.
Qualifications Required
- Level 3 in City and Guilds in Motor Vehicle Studies (4 Year apprenticeship) or equivalent.
Shift Pattern
- 37 hours / Monday - Friday / 6.00am – 2.00pm / 1.10pm – 9.00pm with rest break
Qualifications Desired
- Irtec qualification
- Competent persons certificate i.e. Abrasive wheels, forklift and LOLER tester certificates
- HGV Licence
Salary
- £35,745 - £36,648 FTE, which equates to £18.53 - £19.00 p/h
- £38 monthly tool allowance
- Optional overtime, paid at time and half.
Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Up to 31 days paid holidays plus bank holiday
- Discounted healthcare plans, including:
- Reimbursed optical
- Reimbursed dental- Reimbursed chiropody treatment- Access to a GP 24/7 365
- Legal and financial advice
- Cycle to work scheme
- Online discount scheme
- CTC Physiotherapy
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Purchase of additional annual leave
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,745.00-£36,648.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
