AddressFull time PSV or HGV Mechanic / Fitter required for maintenance of our coach and light commercial van fleet
About Vans For Bands
Vans for Bands (VFB) is a leading supplier of sleeper coaches and splitter vans to customers from across the music, comedy, events, theatre and TV production and sports industries. It is of vital importance that our fleet is maintained to the very highest standards as set by the company and the DVSA.
We are a forward thinking employer who invests in our team through ongoing training and attention to maintaining a healthy work/ life balance.
Job Overview
You will be joining our mechanical maintenance team maintaining and repairing our sleeper coach and splitter van fleet in our purpose built workshops, located at our Begbroke site (OX5 1RG).
Duties will include
· Carrying out vehicle servicing in accordance with company policy
· Carrying out Periodic Maintenance Inspections and repair to both company and DVSA standards
· Preparing and presenting for MOTs
· Diagnosing vehicle faults and specifying the correct method of repair and warranty claims are in line with terms
· Ensuring correct paperwork is completed and accurate records maintained in a timely manner
· Adhering to good housekeeping practices including general tidiness in the workshop and return of all tools and equipment to their designated place
· Attending on-road vehicle breakdowns
· Carrying out vehicle road testing where necessary to determine specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair
· Complying with Health and Safety policy and guidance documents
· Adopting methods of safe working
Experience and qualities
· Level 3 NVQ in PSV or HGV maintenance, repair and diagnostics or equivalent
· Minimum 5 years industry experience of both mechanical and electrical systems
· PSV licence would also be desirable (but not essential)
· Welding experience would also be desirable.
· Have proven knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act
· Ability to work effectively unsupervised, use own initiative and remain focussed and consistent and a ‘can do’ attitude
Remuneration and hours
· Full time position / 40 - 45 hours per week including breaks
· Overtime will be available when required during busy periods
· Competitive rate of pay, in line with applicant’s experience
· Further on-going training opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £35,000.00-£47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: MechMar2023
